How to type Devanagari (Sanskrit) script into Indesign CS 5.5?

Dear Adobe Community,
I am working on a project where I wish to type Sanskrit in Indesign cs 5.5
I will be typing verses from the Bhagawad Gita Hindu Scripture into the Book Project.
Detailed Step by Step instructions would be very helpful as I am a beginner user of book making software.
A sincere thanks to anyone who can offer assistance.
RahulRMD

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