STAMP COLLECTING-POST INDEPENDENCE INDIA-16

THIS IS MY 16TH HUB ON POST-INDEPENDENT INDIA

STAMP SERIES.THIS COVERS THE STAMPS RELEASED

IN 1982.

 

Stamp Issue Date : 19/11/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 0.50Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1061Postal Stamp Name : STYLISED CYCLISTSStamp Information : IX ASIAN GAMES 1982 Whatever is most notable, heroic and admirable in man is brought to perfection in sports. Sports contribute to the blossoming of the spirit of human endavour which constantly seeks higher and higher levels of achievement. The ancient Greeks who instituted the Olympics realised the potentialities of organised sports apart from the virtues of individual calisthenics. The Olympic year was also a year of peace and goodwill during which the warring Greek city states declared a general truce. The Asiad is a symbol of Asian unity. It will lead to the growth of fraternity and friendship among peoples and nations while strengthening and cementing old ones. The Asiad was instituted despite numerous obstacles and after many earlier attempts to organise such games in Asia had failed. Born under the patronage of Jawaharlal Nehru, the apostile of peace and brotherhood, the Asian Games have since led to the renaissance of sports in this Continent. In the First Asiad held in 1951, eleven countries participated with small contingents. The IX Asiad will have three times that number of participating countries. More than 500 men and women will take part in the 21 events which include four new ones namely, equestrian, handball, golf and rowing. Delhi, which has been in the grip of grueling preparations, has now been decked to perfection with a number of new patterns and designs weaved into her fabric. One looks with wonder and admiration at the numerous fly-overs which have gracefully taken their positions as if they have been planted overnight. The many new hotels suddenly peering into the sky and the well laid out Asiad Village are welcome signs especially to friends from abroad. Apart from the renovated sports venues, the newly built Jawaharlal Nehru stadium with synthetic tracks and the Indraprastha Indoor Stadium with its silvery dome are exquisite creations in the service of sports. The world is turning its gaze to Delhi to witness the magnificent IX Asiad starting today with pageantry, colour and jubilation. Appu, the mascot of the games, with characteristics playfulness and friendliness, extends a royal welcome to all the participants in this festival of sports. Indian P & T Department is privileged to issue a set of four stamps on the opening day of the IX Asiad. (Text by Justus Paul)Philatelic Stamp Description : Design: Cycling by C,R. Pakarashi. Description of Designs The stamps depicting cycling, javeline throw, discus throw and football have been designed respectively by C.R. Pakarashi, India Security Press, Nasik and Brahm Prakash. The first day cover has been designed by the India Security Press, Nasik and the cancellation by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.91 x 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.55 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive Gravure coated stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 30,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour

Javelin

Stamp Issue Date : 19/11/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 2.00Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1062Postal Stamp Name : JAVELIN THROWINGStamp Information : IX ASIAN GAMES 1982 Whatever is most notable, heroic and admirable in man is brought to perfection in sports. Sports contribute to the blossoming of the spirit of human endavour which constantly seeks higher and higher levels of achievement. The ancient Greeks who instituted the Olympics realised the potentialities of organised sports apart from the virtues of individual calisthenics. The Olympic year was also a year of peace and goodwill during which the warring Greek city states declared a general truce. The Asiad is a symbol of Asian unity. It will lead to the growth of fraternity and friendship among peoples and nations while strengthening and cementing old ones. The Asiad was instituted despite numerous obstacles and after many earlier attempts to organise such games in Asia had failed. Born under the patronage of Jawaharlal Nehru, the apostile of peace and brotherhood, the Asian Games have since led to the renaissance of sports in this Continent. In the First Asiad held in 1951, eleven countries participated with small contingents. The IX Asiad will have three times that number of participating countries. More than 500 men and women will take part in the 21 events which include four new ones namely, equestrian, handball, golf and rowing. Delhi, which has been in the grip of grueling preparations, has now been decked to perfection with a number of new patterns and designs weaved into her fabric. One looks with wonder and admiration at the numerous fly-overs which have gracefully taken their positions as if they have been planted overnight. The many new hotels suddenly peering into the sky and the well laid out Asiad Village are welcome signs especially to friends from abroad. Apart from the renovated sports venues, the newly built Jawaharlal Nehru stadium with synthetic tracks and the Indraprastha Indoor Stadium with its silvery dome are exquisite creations in the service of sports. The world is turning its gaze to Delhi to witness the magnificent IX Asiad starting today with pageantry, colour and jubilation. Appu, the mascot of the games, with characteristics playfulness and friendliness, extends a royal welcome to all the participants in this festival of sports. Indian P & T Department is privileged to issue a set of four stamps on the opening day of the IX Asiad. (Text by Justus Paul)Philatelic Stamp Description : Javelin Throw & Discus Throw by India security Press, Nasik. Description of Designs The stamps depicting cycling, javeline throw, discus throw and football have been designed respectively by C.R. Pakarashi, India Security Press, Nasik and Brahm Prakash. The first day cover has been designed by the India Security Press, Nasik and the cancellation by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.91 x 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.55 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive Gravure coated stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 30,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour

 

Stamp Issue Date : 19/11/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 2.85Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1063Postal Stamp Name : DISCUSS THROWINGStamp Information : IX ASIAN GAMES 1982 Whatever is most notable, heroic and admirable in man is brought to perfection in sports. Sports contribute to the blossoming of the spirit of human endavour which constantly seeks higher and higher levels of achievement. The ancient Greeks who instituted the Olympics realised the potentialities of organised sports apart from the virtues of individual calisthenics. The Olympic year was also a year of peace and goodwill during which the warring Greek city states declared a general truce. The Asiad is a symbol of Asian unity. It will lead to the growth of fraternity and friendship among peoples and nations while strengthening and cementing old ones. The Asiad was instituted despite numerous obstacles and after many earlier attempts to organise such games in Asia had failed. Born under the patronage of Jawaharlal Nehru, the apostile of peace and brotherhood, the Asian Games have since led to the renaissance of sports in this Continent. In the First Asiad held in 1951, eleven countries participated with small contingents. The IX Asiad will have three times that number of participating countries. More than 500 men and women will take part in the 21 events which include four new ones namely, equestrian, handball, golf and rowing. Delhi, which has been in the grip of grueling preparations, has now been decked to perfection with a number of new patterns and designs weaved into her fabric. One looks with wonder and admiration at the numerous fly-overs which have gracefully taken their positions as if they have been planted overnight. The many new hotels suddenly peering into the sky and the well laid out Asiad Village are welcome signs especially to friends from abroad. Apart from the renovated sports venues, the newly built Jawaharlal Nehru stadium with synthetic tracks and the Indraprastha Indoor Stadium with its silvery dome are exquisite creations in the service of sports. The world is turning its gaze to Delhi to witness the magnificent IX Asiad starting today with pageantry, colour and jubilation. Appu, the mascot of the games, with characteristics playfulness and friendliness, extends a royal welcome to all the participants in this festival of sports. Indian P & T Department is privileged to issue a set of four stamps on the opening day of the IX Asiad. (Text by Justus Paul)Philatelic Stamp Description : Javelin Throw & Discus Throw by India security Press, Nasik. Description of Designs The stamps depicting cycling, javeline throw, discus throw and football have been designed respectively by C.R. Pakarashi, India Security Press, Nasik and Brahm Prakash. The first day cover has been designed by the India Security Press, Nasik and the cancellation by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.91 x 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.55 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive Gravure coated stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 30,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color :

Multicolour

Soccer

Stamp Issue Date : 19/11/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 3.25Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1064Postal Stamp Name : FOOTBALLStamp Information : IX ASIAN GAMES 1982 Whatever is most notable, heroic and admirable in man is brought to perfection in sports. Sports contribute to the blossoming of the spirit of human endavour which constantly seeks higher and higher levels of achievement. The ancient Greeks who instituted the Olympics realised the potentialities of organised sports apart from the virtues of individual calisthenics. The Olympic year was also a year of peace and goodwill during which the warring Greek city states declared a general truce. The Asiad is a symbol of Asian unity. It will lead to the growth of fraternity and friendship among peoples and nations while strengthening and cementing old ones. The Asiad was instituted despite numerous obstacles and after many earlier attempts to organise such games in Asia had failed. Born under the patronage of Jawaharlal Nehru, the apostile of peace and brotherhood, the Asian Games have since led to the renaissance of sports in this Continent. In the First Asiad held in 1951, eleven countries participated with small contingents. The IX Asiad will have three times that number of participating countries. More than 500 men and women will take part in the 21 events which include four new ones namely, equestrian, handball, golf and rowing. Delhi, which has been in the grip of grueling preparations, has now been decked to perfection with a number of new patterns and designs weaved into her fabric. One looks with wonder and admiration at the numerous fly-overs which have gracefully taken their positions as if they have been planted overnight. The many new hotels suddenly peering into the sky and the well laid out Asiad Village are welcome signs especially to friends from abroad. Apart from the renovated sports venues, the newly built Jawaharlal Nehru stadium with synthetic tracks and the Indraprastha Indoor Stadium with its silvery dome are exquisite creations in the service of sports. The world is turning its gaze to Delhi to witness the magnificent IX Asiad starting today with pageantry, colour and jubilation. Appu, the mascot of the games, with characteristics playfulness and friendliness, extends a royal welcome to all the participants in this festival of sports. Indian P & T Department is privileged to issue a set of four stamps on the opening day of the IX Asiad. (Text by Justus Paul)Philatelic Stamp Description : Football by Brahm Prakash. Description of Designs The stamps depicting cycling, javeline throw, discus throw and football have been designed respectively by C.R. Pakarashi, India Security Press, Nasik and Brahm Prakash. The first day cover has been designed by the India Security Press, Nasik and the cancellation by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.91 x 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.55 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive Gravure coated stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 30,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour

Stamp Issue Date : 25/11/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 2.00Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1065Postal Stamp Name : YACHTINGStamp Information : Being returned to the city of its birth Asiad has also reached out to enliven the Pink City of Jaipur and the busting metropolis of Bombay. Rowing, which is one of the four new events added to the IX Asiad, is being hosted at Ramgarh lake about 30 KM from the historic Pink City. The Rowing Regatta comprises of Coxed Focus, Coxed Pairs, Coxswainless Pairs and Single Sculls. The tranquil waters of the lake have been the scene of excitement ever since the commencement of the event on 21st November. The concluding competitions today promises a thrilling final. As the rowing boat are reaching to the finish line at Ramgarh, an array of multicoloured sporting Yatches are afloat off the shores of Bombay. Their splendorous sails billowing in cool November winds, the Yatches are gracefully gliding over the gentle waves towards the finish line near the harbour. Yatching event of the IX Asiad commenced on 20th November in Bombay, India's premier gateway to the west. The competitions are in the international classes of the Fire Ball, Enterprises, OK Dinghy and Wind Glider (Surf board). A series of seven races are being held from 21st to 27th November, one race a day. Good Winds and fair sailing to them. (Text by Justus Paul). Philatelic Stamp Description : Description of Designs The stamps depicting Yatching and Rowing have been designed by C.R. Pakarashi. The first day cover has been designed by Ved Nayar and the cancellation by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.90 X 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.54 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive Gravure coated stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 30,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour 

 

Stamp Issue Date : 25/11/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 2.85Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1066Postal Stamp Name : ROWINGStamp Information : Being returned to the city of its birth Asiad has also reached out to enliven the Pink City of Jaipur and the busting metropolis of Bombay. Rowing, which is one of the four new events added to the IX Asiad, is being hosted at Ramgarh lake about 30 KM from the historic Pink City. The Rowing Regatta comprises of Coxed Focus, Coxed Pairs, Coxswainless Pairs and Single Sculls. The tranquil waters of the lake have been the scene of excitement ever since the commencement of the event on 21st November. The concluding competitions today promises a thrilling final. As the rowing boat are reaching to the finish line at Ramgarh, an array of multicoloured sporting Yatches are afloat off the shores of Bombay. Their splendorous sails billowing in cool November winds, the Yatches are gracefully gliding over the gentle waves towards the finish line near the harbour. Yatching event of the IX Asiad commenced on 20th November in Bombay, India's premier gateway to the west. The competitions are in the international classes of the Fire Ball, Enterprises, OK Dinghy and Wind Glider (Surf board). A series of seven races are being held from 21st to 27th November, one race a day. Good Winds and fair sailing to them. (Text by Justus Paul). Philatelic Stamp Description : Description of Designs The stamps depicting Yatching and Rowing have been designed by C.R. Pakarashi. The first day cover has been designed by Ved Nayar and the cancellation by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.90 X 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.54 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive Gravure coated stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 30,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour

 

Stamp Issue Date : 10/12/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 0.50Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1067Postal Stamp Name : CHETWODE BLDGStamp Information : INDIAN MILITARY ACADEMY The Indian Military Academy, Dehra Dun was inaugurated on 10 December 1932. It has on its rolls today over 1200 Gentlemen Cadets. Of these, some are commissioned every six months as regular officers of the Indian Army. These are the young officers who, with their valiant 'Jawans', guard our Nation's frontiers. The List of alumni of the Indian Military Academy includes a Field Marshal, a galaxy of Generals, winners of the Nation's highest gallantry awards and others who have brought glory to the country by their prowess in sports. The academy's Roll of Honour is equally impressive and testifies to the dauntless courage and fidelity of India's bravest sons. Situated amidst sylvan surroundings in the Doon Valley, the Academy, with its imposing buildings, tree lined avenues and carefully tended gardens, presents a spectable of rare beauty and orderliness. The training of Gentlemen Cadets is tough and fills the whole day with meaningful activity. Physical training, Drill, Weapon training, Riding, Study of Tactics and strategy, Post-graduate studies in the Humanities and Sciences- these alongwith games and sports, combine to provide its Gentlemen Cadets with healthy bodies and healthy soldierly minds. Quite appropriately the motto of the Academy reads 'VEERATA AUR VIVEK' I.E. 'Valour and Wisdom'. The Academy teaches its alumni to live by a credo given to it in 1932 by its founding father, Field Marshal Sir Philip Chetwode. Emblazoned in golden letters on the East panel of Chetwode Hall, the credo calls upon the alumni of the academy to put the Nation first, the troops next and ones one self last in all that they do. The Academy has now embarked on an ambitious plan of expansion and modernisation. A master plan providing for future requirements is under finalisation. The syllabus has been modernised and training methods up-dated to meet future needs. Competition to gain admission to the Academy is fierce and more and more young men seek the privilege of training under the steel-grey and blood-red colours of the Academy. All this augurs well for the future. The Academy looks back with pride on its fifty years of glory and achievement and looks forward with confidence to centuries of service to the Nation. Indian Posts & Telegraphs Department is privileged to issue a commemorative stamp on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of Indian Military Academy. (Text by Courtesy: Indian Military Academy, Dehra Dun). Philatelic Stamp Description : Description of designs: The stamp shows the Chetwode Building of the Indian Military Academy, Dehra Dun. The first day cover portrays the emblem and the credo of the Academy.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.91 X 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.54 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 20,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour

 

Stamp Issue Date : 15/12/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 0.50Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1068Postal Stamp Name : PURUSHOTTAM DAS TANDONStamp Information : PURUSHOTTAMDAS TANDON Purushottamdas Tandon was born at Allahabad on 1 August 1882. He graduated from the Muir Central College, Allahabad in 1904, subsequently qualifying for a degree in Law and a Master's Degree in History. He entered the legal profession in 1906 and joined the Bar of the Allahabad High Court in 1908 as the junior of Sir Tej Bahadur Sapru. For some time, he worked as the Law Minister of the Nabha State but resigned in 1917. He also gave up his practice in 1921 on account of his involvement in public affairs. He joined the Indian National Congress in 1899 while a student and represented Allahabad at the All India Congress Committee in 1906. He had been imprisoned in 1921 for active participation in the Non-cooperation Movement. Earlier, in 1918 he had organised the Allahabad District Peasants' Committee to improve the working conditions of the agriculturists. He also gave the lead in stating 'No Tax' campaign in 1930 which was appreciated by Jawaharlal Nehru. During his active participation in the freedom struggle, he was arrested several times. His contribution was especially notable in the field of organising Kisan Sabhas to secure the cooperation of the peasantry to the cause of India's independence. He worked for long years as the speaker of the Legislative assembly of U.P. He was also elected to the Constituent Assembly in 1946, to the Lok Sabha in 1952 and to the Rajya Sabha in 1956. He retired from active public life after 1956 due to indifferent health though he continued to do constructive work for many years. He was intimately associated with many institutions like the Servants of the People Society, the Hindi Sahitya Sammelan and the Rashtrabhasha Prachar Samiti. He devoted major part of his energies to the propagation of Hindi and for the development of literature. His contribution to the cause of Hindi is really momentous. He regarded the knowledge of the ancient cultural heritage of the country as essential to the education of students. He favoured the view of imparting education through the mother-tongue of the students. His life was a saga of courage and sacrifice for the national cause and of resolute attachment to his beliefs even under the most adverse circumstances. Shri Tandon was fondly called 'Rajarshi' by Mahatma Gandhi. In 1961, the title of 'Bharat Ratna' was conferred upon him. He passed away on 1 July 1962. Indian Posts & Telegraphs Department is privileged to isue a commemorative stamp on him. (The above text is based on material published elsewhere and/ or supplied by the sponsors).Philatelic Stamp Description : Description of Design The stamp, designed by India Security Press, shows the personality alongwith the seal of Hindi Sahitya Sammelan, Prayag. Cancellation has been designed by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 4.06 X 2.7Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.70 X 2.4 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 40Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 20,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Light Brown

 

Stamp Issue Date : 18/12/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 2.85Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1069Postal Stamp Name : DARJEELING HIMALAYAN RAILWAYStamp Information : CENTENARY OF DARJEELING HIMALAYAN RAILWAY The snow peaks of the magnificent Himalayas have since time immemorial enhanted saints, pilgrims and tourists for various reasons. Railways, in their own way, have tried to 'ascend' the hills. The eternal Darjeeling-Himalayan Railway line having a two feet wide track, conceived by Franklin Prestage, the agent of the Eastern Bengal Railway, links Darjeeling to Siliguri, a distance of 87.48 Kms. A unique engineering feat passing through different climate zones offers a picturesque and science beauty. Laid on the famous Hill Cart Road, the Railway line appears to be playing hide seek with the road as they criss-cross each other at several places. The line between Sukna and Darjeeling is almost all along located on the road-bench, either skirting hillside or on the far edge of the road. The alignment passes through hills and gradually climbs up to the maximum altitude of 2,258 meters at Ghum. The honour of blazing the trail of the first railway train across the Alps, the first experiment for construction a hill railway, goes to Chega, an Austrian. He was the first to apply the principle of artificially lengthening the line by looping in order to flatten the gradient. The engineers of Indian Railways successfully applied the principle in constructing Darjeeling-Himalayan line thereby completely obviating the necessity of expensive tunnels. Another method adopted on the route is reversing a zig-zag movement, each leg of this move being utilised to gain additional height, although this means the train moving backward on the central leg. The need for tunnels was completely obviated by means of 'loops' and 'reverses'. There are 4 loops of which the most renowned one is the Bastasia loop, 5 reverses in the shape of 'Z', 5 major and 498 minor bridges and 177 unmanned level crossings on the section. Around 90% of the length of track is on curves, the sharpest curve having a radius of 59 feet and steepest gradient of 1 in 22. The construction of the section began in 1878 and could be completed only in July, 1881. It was purchased by Government of India in October, 1948 with a view to fit it in the system of New Assam Link Project. This narrow gauge line was extended from Siliguri to New Jalpaiguri in 1962. The oldest steam loco, a 'B' class engine, used for this Railway will be celebrating its centenary in 1985. The youngest of the engine fleet has already completed 50 years of age. Indian Posts & Telegraphs Department is happy to issue a commemorative stamp on Darjeeling-Himalayan Railway. [Text by courtesy: Ministry of Railways (Railway Board)]Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.91 x 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.55 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour

 

Stamp Issue Date : 30/12/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 0.50Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1070Postal Stamp Name : INPEX-82, VILLAGE RAILCOACH AND STEAMENStamp Information : INPEX-82 The essence of philately is the study of philatelic material and presentation of the results of the research in a meaningful fashion. Thus an important aspect of philately is periodic exhibitions to provide opportunity to the serious collectors to present their collections with the result of their research to the experts as well as the laity. The exhibition also enables the novice to learn from the display of the experts. Since Independence, Indian P & T Department has made pioneering efforts in promoting philately through exhibitions. To celebrate the centenary of Indian postage stamp, the first International Stamp Exhibition was held in New Delhi in 1954. The first national exhibition was held in 1970 in New Delhi, the second in Calcutta (1975) and the third one at Banglore (1977). An International exhibition, INDIPEX 73 was held in New Delhi in 1973. The first international exhibition under the aegis of the Federation Internationale de Philatelie was INDIA 80, held in New Delhi in 1980. The first and perhaps the only all Asia exhibition, ASIANA 77 was held in 1977 in Banglore. Besides these national and international exhibitions, the Postmasters General have been organising exhibitions from time to time at the state, region and district levels all over the country. All these activities have generated a strong philatelic movement in the country and the Indian collectors are gaining increasing recognition in the International arena. The Fourth India National Exhibition, INPEX-82 to be held in New Delhi from 30th December 1982 to 5th January 1983 by the P & T Department, in co-operation with the Philatelic Congress of India, is an ambitious venture. It is being held in the prestigious landmark of New Delhi, the Indraprastha Stadium, which ranks among the world's first three covered stadia. The response has been overwhelming. A total of 409 collectors will display their exhibits spread over 1500 frames, the largest ever put up in any national exhibition. To mark the occasion, Indian Posts & Telegraphs Department is privileged to issue a set of two stamps.Philatelic Stamp Description : Description of Design The 50 P. denomination stamp, designed by C.R. Pakarashi, shows a vintage composite rail coach comprising Railway Mail Service Van in the middle with passenger sections on either side. An early steam engine of Indian Railway is shown in silhouette. The 200 P. denomination stamp, designed by C.R. Pakarashi and India Security Press, depicts the first India Postage stamp, the blue Half Anna 18564, Lithograph bearing Queen Victoria's effigy, and the 3,1/2 Anna stamp carrying India's national flag, one of the set of three stamps issued in 1947 to commemorate India's Independence. The first day cover, designed by Badar Makhmoor, depicts a royal procession in Mughal Delhi. The first day special cancellation designed by Charanjit Lal shows a sketch of Indraprastha Stadium, the venue of the exhibition. The stamp designed by the India Security Press is based on the photograph (Courtesy : Department of Ocean Development) showing the Indian Scientists in their camp in Antarctica. The first day cover design comprises a collage of photographs showing different activities of the Expedition along with the map of the Antarctica. Cancellation has been designed by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 3.91 x 2.9Postal Stamp Print Size : 3.55 X 2.5 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 35Stamp Perforations : 13 x 13Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 20,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour

 

Stamp Issue Date : 30/12/1982Postage Stamp Dinomination : 2.00Postal Stamp Serial Number : 1071Postal Stamp Name : 1ST STAMPS OF PRE AND POST INDE. INDIAStamp Information : INPEX-82 The essence of philately is the study of philatelic material and presentation of the results of the research in a meaningful fashion. Thus an important aspect of philately is periodic exhibitions to provide opportunity to the serious collectors to present their collections with the result of their research to the experts as well as the laity. The exhibition also enables the novice to learn from the display of the experts. Since Independence, Indian P & T Department has made pioneering efforts in promoting philately through exhibitions. To celebrate the centenary of Indian postage stamp, the first International Stamp Exhibition was held in New Delhi in 1954. The first national exhibition was held in 1970 in New Delhi, the second in Calcutta (1975) and the third one at Banglore (1977). An International exhibition, INDIPEX 73 was held in New Delhi in 1973. The first international exhibition under the aegis of the Federation Internationale de Philatelie was INDIA 80, held in New Delhi in 1980. The first and perhaps the only all Asia exhibition, ASIANA 77 was held in 1977 in Banglore. Besides these national and international exhibitions, the Postmasters General have been organising exhibitions from time to time at the state, region and district levels all over the country. All these activities have generated a strong philatelic movement in the country and the Indian collectors are gaining increasing recognition in the International arena. The Fourth India National Exhibition, INPEX-82 to be held in New Delhi from 30th December 1982 to 5th January 1983 by the P & T Department, in co-operation with the Philatelic Congress of India, is an ambitious venture. It is being held in the prestigious landmark of New Delhi, the Indraprastha Stadium, which ranks among the world's first three covered stadia. The response has been overwhelming. A total of 409 collectors will display their exhibits spread over 1500 frames, the largest ever put up in any national exhibition. To mark the occasion, Indian Posts & Telegraphs Department is privileged to issue a set of two stamps.Philatelic Stamp Description : Description of Design The 50 P. denomination stamp, designed by C.R. Pakarashi, shows a vintage composite rail coach comprising Railway Mail Service Van in the middle with passenger sections on either side. An early steam engine of Indian Railway is shown in silhouette. The 200 P. denomination stamp, designed by C.R. Pakarashi and India Security Press, depicts the first India Postage stamp, the blue Half Anna 18564, Lithograph bearing Queen Victoria's effigy, and the 3,1/2 Anna stamp carrying India's national flag, one of the set of three stamps issued in 1947 to commemorate India's Independence. The first day cover, designed by Badar Makhmoor, depicts a royal procession in Mughal Delhi. The first day special cancellation designed by Charanjit Lal shows a sketch of Indraprastha Stadium, the venue of the exhibition. The stamp designed by the India Security Press is based on the photograph (Courtesy : Department of Ocean Development) showing the Indian Scientists in their camp in Antarctica. The first day cover design comprises a collage of photographs showing different activities of the Expedition along with the map of the Antarctica. Cancellation has been designed by Charanjit Lal.Stamp Currency : PStamp Type : COMMEMORATIVEStamp Language : EnglishStamp Overall Size : 4.83 X 3.6Postal Stamp Print Size : 4.48 X 3.3 cms.Number of Stamps Per Sheet : 20Stamp Perforations : 14 x 14Postage Stamp Paper : Unwatermarked adhesive stamp paperIndian Stamp Process : Photogravure Number of stamps printed : 20,00,000Stamp Printed At : India Security PressIndian Stamp's Color : Multicolour