Hyderabad, Feb. 14 -- For generations of Hyderabadis, Numaish has always been more than just an annual exhibition, it's a treasure trove of nostalgia, woven with stories of childhood joys and family outings. As yet another season of the All India Industrial Exhibition draws to a close, Siasat.com took the opportunity to talk to longtime visitors who fondly recall how different Numaish was in the past, particularly in the 1980s and 1990s.

More than just a fair

Unlike today, where malls and marketplaces are scattered across Hyderabad, shopping options were limited back then. This made Numaish a highly anticipated affair, offering everything under one roof. From textiles and handicrafts to home essentials, visitors eagerly waited for the e...