Watches captivate enthusiasts worldwide. Whether browsing shops or websites, their charm remains irresistible.
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HMT Watches, established in 1961, brought India its first iconic timepieces, starting a golden era.
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HMT Watches represented simplicity and nationalism, becoming a cherished symbol in India.
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Citizen, a Japanese watchmaker, partnered with HMT to launch its watches in Bangalore.
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In the 1960s and 1970s, HMT dominated India’s watch market, with Janata leading the charge.
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The 1980s brought competition from Seiko and Titan, testing HMT's market dominance.
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Titan’s quartz watches disrupted the market, leaving HMT struggling to keep pace.
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Poor marketing, limited production, and increased competition led to HMT's decline in the 1990s.
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By 2015, HMT faced closure, leaving only a single showroom and a heritage museum in Bangalore.
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HMT may no longer dominate, but its legacy remains in the hearts of loyalists and collectors.
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