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

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What happened

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.

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  • Reported by Times of India and published Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:54:27 UTC.

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