J.D Hooker Exhibition at Industrial
Section of Indian Museum,
BSI Kolkata
The ‘Kew and India’ project examines how Kew Gardens influenced the classification of natural knowledge and shaped the ways Indian communities understood and engaged with their environment from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
"Students from a local school immerse themselves in the exhibition, exploring its narratives."
"Shri Ajay Narayan Jha, IAS, Dr. Amita Prasad Mishra, and Dr. Paramjeet Singh, alongside other guests, engage deeply with the exhibition’s themes."
"The opening session of the exhibition and conference unfolds, setting the stage for insightful discussions."
Professor Vinita Damodaran introduces the exhibition’s vision, guiding guests through its significance.
"A curated section of the exhibition gallery invites visitors into a journey through history and science."
"A sweeping view captures another dimension of the exhibition, showcasing its rich storytelling."
"Dr. Paramjeet Singh sheds light on Dr. E. K. Janaki Ammal’s pivotal contributions to the reorganization of BSI."
"An inspiring moment shared with historian Professor Deepak Kumar, celebrating knowledge and collaboration."