Indore's Typewriter Treasure: Uncovering a Legacy

Indore resident Rajesh Sharma has turned his home into a museum, showcasing a remarkable collection of 570 typewriters. With machines from around the world and personal ties to his father's profession, Sharma aims to preserve the rich history of typewriters for future generations.

In an era dominated by advanced technology, 68-year-old Rajesh Sharma from Indore has embraced a nostalgic passion for the typewriter, amassing a collection of 570 exquisite machines over the years.

An advertising agency owner, Sharma has transformed his home into a museum, displaying typewriters bearing keyboards in diverse languages such as Hindi, Japanese, Russian, and Arabic.

Many of the typewriters were discovered in junkyards, while 125 were gifted by enthusiasts worldwide, reflecting Sharma's deep-rooted connection to the typewriter's legacy, inspired by his father who was once a typist.

(With inputs from agencies.)