The Kerala Kalamandalam, a deemed-to-be university, is laying off 125 staff members, including 69 teachers.
The layoffs are due to a paucity of funds and the institution's focus on ensuring salary disbursal to permanent staff members.
The decision is expected to affect students undergoing courses at the institution, known for preserving and promoting Kerala's traditional performing arts.
The Kerala Kalamandalam will continue to face an uncertain future until funding solutions are found.