K K Muhammed

"KK Muhammed, retired from the Archaeological Survey of India is a public archaeologist who believes in taking heritage to the general public. He had his field training in Archaeology at Ayodhya, under Prof. BB Lal. An original thinker, Mr. Muhammed set up a Replica Museum in the National capital where Replicas of the Masterpieces of Indian Art are exhibited. He also floated ?Adopt A Heritage Scheme? using the students as ?Non- Conventional Energy? and ?Grey revolution? a movement to save the unprotected historical structures through public participation. Compassionate in his spirit, during the Common Wealth 2010, he set up five slum schools for the children of migrant labourers and these children had the privilege of meeting Mr. Barrack Obama, the American President and first lady Michell Obama. Mr. Muhammed is a recipient of three International Awards, five National Awards, one State Award and a number of public Awards. In 2019, he has been Conferred the prestigious Padmashri by Govt. of India."