Personal Interests
A curated index of hobbies, technical pursuits, collections, and creative endeavors.
EXPLOREFlight Simulation & Aviation
I have been long interested in aviation, initially in civil aviation and later in fighter (military). The origins of this interest date back to when I was 12 years old.
"Newton would think he had made a mistake to see those young men and the chances they take."— Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines (Cinema, 1965)
It can therefore be said that aviation is my interest and flight simulation is my hobby. These days, I fly Microsoft Flight Simulator X (FSX), I am also a virtual pilot and member of the International Virtual Aviation Organisation (IVAO) which is a non-profit flight simulation community.
Someday in the future, I want to migrate to flight simulation in the eDigital Combat Simulator (DCS). Right now, I am practising my manoeuvres in FSX. I am currently rated Advanced Flight Student at IVAO, I look forward to completing my exams and practical soon to get a Commercial Pilot rating there.
Trains
Indian Railways has always fascinated me. The sheer scale of it, the management of its operations (as it is what it is), its history, etc. make me like it.
I am always interested in learning more about it, how it works, and also the historical aspect of it. In this endeavour, I have been helped a lot by the IRFCA (Indian Railways Fan Club) of which I too am a member.
Books
I have been interested in books since when I do not know exactly. However, with age, I have gradually developed my interests.
As of 2026, I have over 800 books in my personal collection (Library of Keshav Bhardwaj) which can be seen here or explored on the Library page.
Visit Library OPACPhilately
My interest in philately dates back to 2021, however, I did not develop it into a hobby for various reasons.
Starting in 2024, I have started collecting postage stamps from IndiaPost (Department of Posts). Currently, I am only collecting MNH (Mint Never Hinged) stamps. My collection can be seen here.
View Philately CollectionTechnology
I do not have much formal education in technology. However, I do like to play with new technologies.
Thanks to ChatGPT, Google, and StackOverflow, I have been able to create a few projects such as:
Designing
I have generally been interested in user interface, experience, and graphic identity design as a tool to communicate better and seamlessly with the user.
Coming soon.
Read Design NoteWargaming
I am at the nascent stage of wargaming. I would like to learn more. I have never played an actual tabletop game. I have played a few hands in tabletop simulation Open General.
As and when the wargaming culture in India grows, I shall be adding more to my knowledge and skills. If you have any leads or resources, please feel free to write to me.
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