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Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Unveils Commemorative Postage Stamps for Maha Kumbh 2025.

National | Dated: 18 Feb 2025

In February 2025, the Department of Posts (DoP) released a special commemorative souvenir sheet featuring 3 postage stamps dedicated to the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025, taking place in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh (UP) from 13th January to 26th February 2025.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Union Minister Jyotiraditya Madhavrao Scindia, from the Ministry of Communications (MoC), unveiled the stamps at the Arail Ghat Post Office (PO) in Prayagraj.
  • - The commemorative postage stamps, designed by Sankha Samanta, highlight three prominent aspects of Triveni Tirtha: Maharshi Bharadwaj Ashram, an ancient center of learning; Snan, the holy dip at Triveni Sangam; and Akshayvat, the immortal Banyan tree.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Other philatelic releases focusing on Maha Kumbh include special covers and cancellations on sacred Snan days, 'Divya, Bhavya, and Digital Mahakumbh', and a picture postcard celebrating 'Prakhyat Prayagraj'.
  • (ii) The Kumbh Mela is rooted in Hindu mythology, linked to the churning of the ocean (Samudra Manthan). Maha Kumbh occurs once every 144 years at Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh (UP).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Which Minister recently unveiled the commemorative postage stamps for Maha Kumbh 2025?

Correct Answer: Jyotiraditya M. Scindia

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