Saputara S.O. – 394720
Musical Instruments of Local Tribes
Date of Issue : 27-03-1984
Postmark Date : 20-07-2024
INDIA | Saputara | Pawari Instrument
Category: PPC Covers
INDIA | Ahmedabad | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Memorial
Shahibag S.O. (Ahmedabad) – 380 004
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial
Date of Introduction : 14-08-2006
Postmark Date : 15-06-2024
INDIA | Sabarmati Ashram | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Gandhi Ashram S.O. (Ahmedabad) – 380 027
Sabarmati Ashram
Date of Introduction : 30-11-2021
Postmark Date : 15-06-2024
INDIA | Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial
Shahibaug S.O. (Ahmedabad) – 380 004
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Memorial
Date of Introduction : 14-08-2006
Postmark Date : 15-06-2024
INDIA | Madikeri | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Madikeri H.O. – 571 201
Odi Kathi & Peechi Kathi
Date of Introduction: 01-04-1992
Postmark Date : 10-06-2024
The Odi Kathi and Peeche Kathi are traditional weapons of the Kodava community in Kodagu (Coorg), Karnataka. The Odi Kathi, a ceremonial short sword, is worn by men with a Thodang (waist belt). The Peeche Kathi, an ornamental dagger with a handle shaped like a parrot or peacock, is worn in a chele (sash) and features a decorative sheath linked to a silver chain with miniature weapon replicas. Both are beautifully crafted and significant in Kodava culture.
INDIA | Elephant Carrying Howdah | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Philatelic Bureau, Mysore H. O. – 570 001
Elephant Carrying Howdah
Date of Introduction : 11-10-2002
Postmark Date : 07-06-2024
The Elephant Carrying Howdah procession in Mysuru, called Jamboo Savari, is a major event of the Dussehra festival in Mysuru, Karnataka. A decorated elephant carries a golden seat with a statue of the goddess Chamundeshwari. The parade starts at Mysore Palace, with other adorned elephants, horses, floats, and traditional performances, showcasing the area’s rich culture and history.
INDIA | Ashoka Pillar | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Jayanagar 3rd Block S.O. – 560011
Ashoka Pillar
Date of Introduction : 18-04-2024
Postmark Date : 08-06-2024
This Ashoka Pillar is a 20 ft. high stone structure, built for ₹3,000/-. The national emblem Ashoka emblem with four lions is adorned on it and the royal emblem of Mysore, the two-headed mythical bird Gandaberunda is also inscribed on it.
INDIA | Vidhana Soudha | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Bengaluru G.P.O. – 560 001
Vidhana Soudha
Date of Introduction: 15-01-1979
Postmark Date : 05-06-2024
Vidhana Soudha is a very popular majestic building and a tourist attraction. It is also a Legislative House built in style described as Neo-Dravidian Style. The sprawling building and its surroundings occupy 60 acres. The Vidhana Soudha is built largely with “Bangalore granite”, excavated from the areas around Mallasandra and Hessaraghatta. One of the interesting features of this building is grand stairs in its front. The grand stairs has a flight of forty-five steps 204 feet wide 70 feet deep giving a direct access to the foyer of first floor leading to an Assembly Chamber.
INDIA | Kempegowda Tower | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Basavanagudi H.O. – 560 004
Kempegowda Tower (Lalbagh Rock)
Date of Introduction : 23-07-2013
Postmark Date : 05-06-2024
Bengaluru is nearly 500 years old and has grown from a small time settlement when Kempe Gowda, the architect of Bengaluru, built a mud fort in 1537 and his son marked the city boundaries by erecting four watch towers. These four towers credited to have founded Bangalore, are in Kempambudhi tank, Mekhri Circle, Lalbagh, and Ulsoor. Kempe Gowda Tower near Lalbagh tank in Lalbagh at the end of Double Road – on top of a hillock in Lalbagh is the most visited among all the towers. From here, you can actually see the Bangalore Skyline. The tower is on a rock which is very ancient and believed to be 3,000 million years old according to Geological Survey of India.
INDIA | Indian Institute of Science | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Science Institue S.O. – 560012
Indian Institute of Science
Date of Introduction : 21-01-2022
Postmark Date : 04-06-2024
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is a public, deemed, research university for higher education and research in science, engineering, design, and management. It is located in the southern Indian city of Bangalore, Karnataka. The institute was established in 1909 with active support from Jamshed Ji Tata and thus is also locally known as the Tata Institute. It was granted a deemed university status in 1958 and recognized as an Institute of Eminence in 2018.
INDIA | Karnataka High Court | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
High Court S.O. – 560 001
Karnataka High Court
Date of Introduction : 21-01-2022
Postmark Date : 05-06-2024
High Court of Karnataka is located in the state capital of Bangalore. The High Court is built of red brick and is known as Attara Kacheri. It is in front of Vidhana Soudha.
INDIA | Gateway of India PPC
Taj Mahal S.O. – 400001
Gateway of India
Date of Introduction : 28-12-2023
Postmark Date : 03-05-2024
INDIA | Mumbai General Post Office Building Dome
Mumbai G.P.O – 400001
Mumbai GPO Building Dome
Date of Introduction : 14-07-2023
Postmark Date : 01-05-2024
The Mumbai General Post Office (GPO) is an emblem of the city’s rich history and architectural grandeur. Completed in 1913, this majestic Indo-Saracenic structure in South Mumbai echoes the bygone era of British colonial rule. With its intricate detailing and imposing presence, the GPO stands as a cultural landmark, symbolizing Mumbai’s cosmopolitan character and enduring resilience.
INDIA | Statue of Unity | Sardar Sarovar Dam
Kevadiya Colony S.O. – 393 151
Statue of Unity – Sardar Sarovar Dam
Date of Introduction : 31-10-2020
Postmark Date : 21-03-2024
INDIA | Shri Somnath Temple Prabhas Patan
Prabhas Patan S.O. – 362268
Shri Somnath Temple
Date of Introduction : 16-02-1977
Postmark Date : 18-03-2024
INDIA | Sardar Sarovar Project
Kevadiya Colony S.O. – 393 151
Sardar Sarovar Project
Date of Introduction : 09-10-1990
Postmark Date : 21-03-2024
INDIA | Sardar Sarovar Dam | Statue of Unity
Kevadiya Colony S.O. – 393 151
Statue of Unity – Sardar Sarovar Dam
Date of Introduction : 31-10-2020
Postmark Date : 21-03-2024
INDIA | Palitana | Siddha Chakra
Palitana S.O. – 364270
Siddha Chakra
Date of Introduction : 03-07-1992
Postmark Date : 19-03-2024
The Siddhachakra is a sacred symbol in Jainism that represents the universe and the souls that exist within it. It is believed to have the power to grant spiritual enlightenment and liberation to those who meditate upon it.
INDIA | Shri Somnath Temple
Prabhas Patan S.O. – 362268
Shri Somnath Temple
Date of Introduction : 16-02-1977
Postmark Date : 18-03-2024
The Somnath temple located in Prabhas Patan near Veraval in Saurashtra on the western coast of Gujarat, India – is believed to be the first among the twelve jyotirlinga shrines of Shiva. It is an important pilgrimage and tourist spot of Gujarat.
INDIA | AYODHYA | Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple
Ayodhya H.O.- 224001
Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Temple
Date of Introduction : 22-01-2024
Postmark Date : 12-03-2024
INDIA | Gopuram of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
Srisailam S.O. – 518101
Gopuram of Sri Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
Date of Introduction : 07-03-1978
Postmark Date : N/A
INDIA | Tirumala | Tallapaka Annamacharya
Tirumala S.O. – 517504
Tallapaka Annamacharya
Date of Introduction : 06-11-1976
Postmark Date : N/A
INDIA | Meenakshi Amman Temple Madurai
Madurai Bazaar S.O. – 625001
Meenakshi Amman Temple
Date of Introduction : 28-04-2017
Postmark Date : 04-03-2024