Farewell to Yusuf Building: A Nostalgic Farewell to Patna's Heritage

The historic Yusuf Building in Patna, once a vibrant hub for post-Partition migrant businesses, has been demolished, marking the end of an era. Local residents, including the Kapoor family who owned a renowned store, mourn the loss of this cherished cultural landmark at Dak Bungalow Chouraha.

The historic Yusuf Building, long a beacon of cultural heritage in Patna's Dak Bungalow area, has been demolished. This significant loss marks the end of an era for a structure steeped in history since post-Partition.

The building housed many notable businesses, including Roshan Brothers, run by the Kapoor family. Rakesh Kapoor, whose grandfather established the store, expressed his family's deep emotional attachment to the site.

Many locals and former residents, like Rajiv Soni, recall the building fondly, lamenting the disappearance of an irreplaceable icon from the city's landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)