Welcome to All

Dedicated to my Parents

Philatelic Exposition

- Pride of India

Collection

Prof. V. C. Antony Venue: Seminar Hall, St Paul’s College, Kalamassery

A Message from FormerPresident Dr. Kalam

During my tenure as President of India, it was my privilege to travel the length and breadth of our country, meeting people from every walk of life. From all my interactions, the constant thought which emerged was the pride of our country's rich history and accomplishments, hope and enthusiasm for a peaceful, prosperous, happy and a safe future. Beneath the surface of every Indian, a deep well of patriotism, with certain value system, is embedded drawn from our civilisationalheritage. I am delighted to introduce to you, friends, this collection of commemorative stamp ingots entitled "Pride of India". Over the years, the stamps issued by India Post have authentically reflected our finest moments and rich culture. The collection represents celebration of our freedom movement, celebration of great minds, celebration of our successes in science, technology, industry, sports and celebration of our art and culture.

I am sure, you will find joy and inspiration in the images reflected in the Pride of India Collection, and pass on that spirit of resilience and endeavourthey represent to future generations.

IDr. APJ Abdul Kalam

Former President of ndia

Pride of India Collection jointly

Present 25 Important Indian Stamps

Postal Department and,

Stamp Issue Date: 9th August 2007Stamp Size: 58.00 mm x 33.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 26th January 1950Stamp Size: 39.75 mm x 29.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 2th October 1969Stamp Size: 29.50 mm x 39.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 17th October 1987Stamp Size: 39.75 mm x 29.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 30th December1976Stamp Size: 39.75 mm x 29.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 2nd May 2007Stamp Size: 40.50 mm x 60.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 25th August 1978Stamp Size: 39.75 mm x 29.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 21st November 1947Stamp Size: 41.00 mm x 25.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 30th December 1971Stamp Size: 41.00 mm x 23.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 15th August 1949Stamp Size: 41.50 mm x 24.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 5th May 1973Stamp Size: 58.40 mm x 39.60 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 1st October 1952Stamp Size: 41.00 mm x 24.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 26th April 2002Stamp Size: 30.00 mm x 40.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 16th December 2004Stamp Size: 49.00 mm x 44.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 18th March 2008Stamp Size: 33.50 mm x 33.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 4th March 1951Stamp Size: 24.50 mm x 41.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 4th October 2004Stamp Size: 49.00 mm x 41.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 1st January 2000Stamp Size: 29.50 mm x 29.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 11th January 1994Stamp Size: 105.00 mm x 35.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 27th August 1980Stamp Size: 39.75 mm x 29.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 29th November 1994Stamp Size: 49.00 mm x 41.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 7th October 1963Stamp Size: 39.75 mm x 29.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 29th November 2003Stamp Size: 29.50 mm x 39.50 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 28th December 2002Stamp Size: 29.00 mm x 40.00 mm

Stamp Issue Date: 16th April 2002Stamp Size: 53.50 mm x 26.75 mm

THANK YOU

If I were to look over the whole world to find out the country most richly

endowed with all the wealth, Power and beauty that nature can bestow – in

some parts a very paradise on earth – I should point to India

Max Mueller, German Scholar (1883)