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INDIA | Madikeri | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation

Madikeri Permanent Pictorial Cancellation PPC

Odi Kathi Peechi Kathi Madikeri PPC

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 | State Weapon of Maharashtra

State Weapon of Maharashtra

Special Cancellation : World Heritage Day
Dandpatta – State Weapon of Maharashtra
Date of Issue : 18-04-2024
Location : Nagpur – 440001

Special Cancellation World Heritage Day
Mumbai G.P.O – 400001
Mumbai GPO Building Dome
Date of Issue : 14-07-2023
Postmark Date : 18-04-2024
Special Cancellation : World Heritage Day
Dandpatta – State Weapon of Maharashtra
Date of Issue : 18-04-2024
Location : Mumbai – 400001

INDIA | Elephant Carrying Howdah | Permanent Pictorial Cancellation

Elephant Carrying Howdah Permanent Pictorial Cancellation
Elephant Carrying Howdah Mysuru Permanent Pictorial Cancellation PPC

Elephant Carrying Howdah Mysuru

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.