TN/11/2024 Krishi Vigyan Kendras - Serving Farmers, Golden Jubilee Year

The first Krishi Vigyan Kendra was established at Pondicherry on 21 March 1974 to support farmers. Since then it spearheads on technological application activities and advisory services to the needy farmers  across the country to improve their productivity and income. This special cover is issued to commemorate the 50th Year of inception of Krishi Vigyan Kendras.

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/11/2024

Issue Place                                     :  Pondicherry 605 009

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 25 cancelled cover including Stamp Charges

Quantity Issued                            :  2000 (Each Cover is numbered)

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TN/10/2024 International Women's Day

International Women's Day is celebrated every year on March 8 globally to celebrate the social, political, cultural and economic achievements of Women. Women and Men should enjoy equal opportunities, choices, skills, power and knowledge as equal citizens which is prerequisite for creating a sustainable future. The campaign theme for International Women's Day 2024 is Inspire Inclusion.

An Embroided Satin Special Cover with a Silver Colour Special Cancellation is released on International Women's Day 2024 to celebrate the achievements of Women.

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/10/2024

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 002

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 100 cancelled cover including Stamp Charges

Cover had minor variation in Embroidery Colour for the Text "8th March 2024". Embroidery in Red Colour and Blue Colour are issued.

Cover with Blue Colour Embroidery for the text 8th March 2024

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TN/09/2024 Vidyodaya Schools Centenary Celebrations

Vidyodaya Schools were started in 1924 with six students. It has grown into a premier girls' schools with more than 2500 students currently. In the course of its journey it has produced many leaders, scientists, artists and entrepreneurs. This special cover is released to commemorate the centenary of Vidyodaya Schools.

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/09/2024

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 017

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 25 cancelled cover including Stamp Charges

Quantity Issued                            :  4000 (Each Cover is numbered)

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TN/13/2023 Swachh Bharat

Swachh Bharat Mission is a countrywide campaign initiated by the Government of India on 02-October-2014. It has made significant strides in improving public awareness and infrastructure for waste management, contributing to a cleaner and healthier India. The third phase embarks on a journey to further strengthen the foundation of cleanliness, hygiene and environmental sustainability. This cover was released to mark the beginning of Swachh Bharat Campaign 3.0

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/13/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 002

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 30 including Stamp and Cancellation

Quantity Issued                            :  2000 (Each Cover is numbered)

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TN/12/2023 Tamil Nadu Police Museum

Tamil Nadu Police Museum is a restored heritage bungalow which was the seat of the Commissioner of Police for more than 150 years from 1856 - 2013. The museum has repository of exhibits marking the passage of the state's law enforcement agency from colonial India to the modern day. This cover is issued to commemorate two years of its inception. This cover has carried by TN Police Beat from the Anna Road Head Post Office (600002) to Egmore (600008)

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/12/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 002

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 30 including Stamp and Cancellation

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TN/10/2023 Paniya Choonthumani

Paniya Choonthumani is a type of earring worn by the women folk of Paniyas community found in Pandalur and Gudalur Taluks in Nilgiri District of Tamilnadu. The earring made of lucky red seeds (Adenanthera pavonina) known as Choonthumani in Tamil. It is stuck inside a ring of palm leaf using beeswax ("Mayana Kosu Pisin") or gum from Jackfruit tree ("Marathikku"). This special cover is issued under the aegis of AKAM 2.0

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/10/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 007

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 30 including Stamp and Cancellation

Quantity Issued                            :  2000 (Each Cover is numbered)

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TN/09/2023 Kurumba Paintings

Kurumba Paintings is a unique tribal art form found in the Nilgris and Allu Kurumbas are the experts in painting. Four colours are used traditionally. Red ("Semm manna") and White ("Bodhi manna") are obtained from soils, black is obtained from the bark of a tree ("Kari maram") and green from the leaves of a plant ("Kaatavarai Sedi"). This special cover is released under the aegis of AKAM 2.0 to promote Tribal Products.

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/09/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 007

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 30 including Stamp and Cancellation

Quantity Issued                            :  2000 (Each Cover is numbered)

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TN/08/2023 Chandrayaan 3

Chandrayaan-3 space craft : Made in India. Made for the Moon. It was launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota Range on July 14, 2023. It successfully touched down near the Lunar South Pole Region on August 23, 2023. Rover Pragyan ramped down from the Vikran Lander of Chandrayaan 3. India became the first nation to take walk on the South Pole of the Moon. This special cover is released to commemorate the success of mission Chandrayaan 3.

Special Cover Release Date     :  01 September 2023

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/08/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 007

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 40 including Stamp and Cancellation

Quantity Issued                            :  2000 (Each Cover is numbered)

Image of Chandrayaan is decorated with Gold Foil

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TN/07/2023 T.M.Thyagarajan Centenary Year

Thanjavur M Thyagarajan (28 May 1923 - 27 June 2007) was born in the family of renowned Carnatic musicians. He went on make his own exemplary style of music in a breath taking blend of traditional grammar and deep of Carnatic sangeetham. His unique and uncompromising style made him a song writer, composer, guru and vidwan par excellence. He was awarded the prestigious 'Sangita Kalanidhi' by the Music Academy, Chennai in 1981. This cover is issued to commemorate his Birth Centenary.

Special Cover Release Date     :  27 May 2023

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/07/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 018

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 20 including Stamp and Cancellation

Each cover is numbered

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TN/06/2023 Ashok Roy Training Simulator Complex

Ashok Roy Training Simulator Complex (ARTSC) is a state of the art simulator for training requirements of aircrew and ground crew for P8I aircraft. It is fourth of its kind in the world along with US, UK and Australia. It is named after Lt. Cdr. Ashok Roy, VrC, NM  an alice pilot of Indian Navy who played a vital role during India Pak War in 1971. This special cover is released to commemorate the inauguration of ARTSC at INS Rajali, Arakkonam.

Special Cover Release Date     :  25 April 2023

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/06/2023

Issue Place                                     :  INS Rajali 631 006

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 20 including Stamp and Cancellation

Quantity Issued                            :  2000 (Each Cover is numbered)

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TN/04/2023 Women in Tamilnadu Police - Golden Jubilee

In 1973, Women Force was included in Tamil Nadu police with one Sub Inspector of Police, One Head Constable and 19 other ranks. Presently, there are more than 35000 women serving the Police department right from the rank of Director General of Police to constables. This special cover is issued to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Women in Tamilnadu Police.

Special Cover Release Date     :  17 March 2023

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/04/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 003

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 25 including Stamp and Cancellation

Quantity Issued                            :  5000 (Each Cover is numbered)

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TN/01/2023 60 Years of The Institute of Mathematical Sciences

Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMsc) was founded in 1962 has been pursuing fundamental research in the theoretical sciences, nurturing future generation of scientists and creating excitement about science. A special cover was issued to celebrate 60 years of Institute of Mathematical Sciences.

Special Cover Release Date     :  03 January 2023

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/01/2023

Issue Place                                     :  Taramani 600 113

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 20 including Stamp and Cancellation

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TN/21/2022 The Unsung Hero of Freedom Movement - Bashyam Arya

K Bhashyam Arya (26 January 1907 – 05 March 1999) hoisted the National Tricolour at Fort St. George, the seat of British Power in Madras, after bringing down the Union Jack on the midnight of 25th January 1932. He was also a writer, journalist and a cartoonist. The portrait of Bharathiyar with a twirling moustache painted by him has been recognized by the Government and has been widely used. This special cover is being released honouring the Unsung heroes of Freedom Movement on the Occasion of SIPA AMRITPEX 2022 Philatelic Exhibition. 

Special Cover Release Date     :  13 August 2022

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/21/2022

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 032

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 30 including Stamp and Cancellation

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TN/20/2022 Silver Jubilee - State Human Rights Commission, Tamilnadu

The State Human Rights Commission, Tamilnadu commenced functioning from 17th April 1997. For the past 25 years, the Statue Human Rights Commission, Tamilnadu is addressing various issues related to human rights violation in the State of Tamilnadu. Since its inception, the commission has taken many steps to protect human rights of people. This special cover is released to commemorate the Silver Jubilee Celebrations of the State Human Rights Commission, Tamilnadu.

Special Cover Release Date     :  06 August 2022

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/20/2022

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 002

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 25 including Stamp and Cancellation

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TN/19/2022 President's Colour to Tamilnadu Police

The President’s Colour is the higher honour bestowed upon any Military / State Police of India in recognition of its exceptional service to the nation. The colour acknowledges the bravery, courage, commitment, professionalism, Integrity and Service to humanity. It is popularly called “Rashtrapathi ka Nishan”. Tamilnadu Police became the country’s 5th State to obtain the Prestigious President’s colours. This special cover is released to commemorate the Presentation of President's Colours to Tamilnadu Police. 

Special Cover Release Date     :  31 July 2022

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/19/2022

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 008

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 20 including Stamp and Cancellation

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TN/16/2022 Centenary of Ramakrishna Mission Residential High School, Chennai

Ramakrishna Mission Residential High School, a unit of Ramakrishna Mission Students’ Home started in 1922 celebrates its 100 years of service to students. The home provides free education, boarding and lodging every year to 670 resident orphan and destitute boys studying in High School, Polytechnic College and Vivekananda College in Chennai. This special cover is released on 26 June 2022 to commemorate the centenary of the Ramakrishna Mission Residential High School.

Special Cover Release Date     :  26 June 2022

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/16/2022

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 004

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 20 including Stamp and Cancellation

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TN/13/2022 International Day of Yoga

Yoga is a 5000 year old tradition from India that combines physical, mental and spiritual pursuits to achieve harmony of body and mind. Each yogic activity is a key to improving flexibility, strength, balance and attaining harmony. On December 11, 2014 the United Nations General Assembly declared June 21 as International Day of Yoga. The theme of this Year’s International Day of Yoga is “Yoga for Humanity”. This special cover is released to commemorate the International Day of Yoga 2022.

Special Cover Release Date     :  21 June 2022

Cover Identification Number  :  TN/12/2022

Issue Place                                     :  Chennai 600 002

Issue Price                                     :  Rs. 25 including Stamp and Cancellation

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