The last of Delhi's calligraphy brigade?

Arabic calligraphy (Khat) is held in high regard by Muslims because of its association with the Holy Quran. Most Katibs learn both Arabic and Urdu calligraphy as the scripts are similar, though the latter often deals with non-religious subjects.

However, the computerisation of print media in the 1980s and 1990s rendered many of these skilled craftsmen jobless.

Read more here: https://www.thehindu.com/society/history-and-culture/calligraphers-try-to-rewrite-the-story-of-their-own-survival/article31623800.ece

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