The iconic Newal Kishore Press (NKP) in Lucknow, India has been revived after being shut for over two decades. The press, which opened in 1858 and was the largest privately owned printing firm in Asia, has been restored and modernized by the Kishore family without constructing any new structures. The family plans to open a dedicated museum and heritage market at the location, with luxury retail, fine dining, and shops of Awadhi cuisine, as well as events such as literary festivals and book launches. The NKP was instrumental in promoting literature and giving employment during the freedom struggle.
Shut decades ago, Lucknow’s iconic Newal Kishore Press revived
