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Meet Madurai’s ‘pen doctor’ keeping a 55-year-old trade alive

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All 1 reports on Fri, 2 October 2026

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MaduraiEast GateMeenakshi Amman Temple

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How it spread - 1 original report

  1. Fri, 2 October 2026

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    • Times of India10:54first to report

      In Madurai, an elderly craftsman continues to run his pen repair shop, even as the number of customers dwindles. Positioned near the East Gate of the iconic Meenakshi Amman Temple, he dedicates his days to this trade. While digital tools dominate the market, schoolchildren still seek pens for their studies. His unwavering commitment to his craft reflects the resilience of traditional trades amidst modern transformations.

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