Madhav Sapre Sangrahalaya: A Chronicle of Indian Journalism
Explore the history of Indian journalism at Bhopal's Madhav Sapre Sangrahalaya, a unique archive of newspapers and literary heritage.
The Madhav Sapre Sangrahalaya in Bhopal is a unique museum dedicated to preserving the history of Indian journalism and literature. Named after Madhavrao Sapre, a pioneer of Hindi short stories and journalism, the museum houses a vast collection of newspapers, magazines, and documents dating back to the early days of Indian media.
A brief summary to Madhav Sapre Sangrahalaya
- Opposite, Main Rd No. 3, Bhopal, Patrakar Colony, Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology, Madhya Pradesh, IN
- +917552559042
- Monday 10:30 am-4:30 pm
- Tuesday 10:30 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 10:30 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 10:30 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 10:30 am-4:30 pm
Local tips
- The museum is closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Plan your visit accordingly.
- Photography is restricted to protect the fragile documents. Make notes instead.
- Ideal for researchers and history enthusiasts interested in Indian journalism and freedom movement.
Getting There
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Public Transport
From Bhopal's city center, take a local bus towards Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT). Get off at the MANIT stop and walk straight along Main Road No. 3. The museum is located opposite the MANIT campus entrance. Bus fares range from ₹5 to ₹20 depending on the distance.
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Auto-rickshaw
Hire an auto-rickshaw from anywhere in Bhopal and ask the driver to take you to 'Madhav Sapre Sangrahalaya, opposite Main Rd No. 3, Patrakar Colony, near MANIT'. The ride takes approximately 15-30 minutes depending on traffic. Negotiate the fare beforehand, but expect to pay around ₹50-₹100.
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Taxi
Taxis are readily available in Bhopal. Use a ride-sharing app or hail a cab to reach the museum. A short taxi ride (5km) would cost approximately ₹98.
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