2979) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), India: "Special Edition - 2022-2023": India Government Mint (IGM) Hyderabad has issued two Presentation Packs in Coin Cards in the denominations of Rs.20/-, Rs.10/-, Rs.5/-, Rs. 2/- and Re.1/- with the AKAM logo on the Reverse: Year of Presentation Pack issue: 2023:
About Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav:
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of independence and the glorious history of it's people, culture and achievements.
This Mahotsav is dedicated to the people of India who have not only been instrumental in bringing India thus far in its evolutionary journey but also hold within them the power and potential to enable Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of activating India 2.0, fuelled by the spirit of "Aatmanirbhar Bharat" (meaning "Self-reliant India").
The official journey of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav commenced on 12.03.2021 which started a 75-week countdown to India's 75th Anniversary of independence and ended post a year on 15. 08.2023.
The undernoted are the five themes of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav:
Freedom struggle:
Commemorating milestones in history, unsung heroes etc.:
This theme anchors the commemoration initiatives under Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. It helps bring alive stories of unsung heroes whose sacrifices have made freedom a reality for us and also revisits the milestones, freedom movements etc. in the historical journey to 15.08.1947.
Programmes under this theme include Birsa Munda Jayanti (Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas), Declaration of Provisional Government of Free India by Netaji, Shaheed Diwas etc.
Ideas@75:
Celebrating ideas and ideals that have shaped India:
This theme focusses on programmes and events inspired by ideas and ideals that have shaped us and will guide us as we navigate through this period of "Amrit Kaal" ("25 years between India@75 and India@100").
The world as we knew it is changing and a new world is unfolding.
The strength of our convictions will determine the longevity of our ideas.
Events and programmes under this theme include popular, participatory initiatives that help bring alive India’s unique contribution to the world.
These include events and initiatives such as "Kashi Utsav" dedicated to Hindi literary luminaries from the land of Kashi, Post Cards to Prime Minister wherein more than 75 lakh children are writing their vision of India in 2047 and their impressions of unsung heroes of India’s freedom struggle.
Resolve@75:
Reinforcing commitments to specific goals and targets:
This theme focuses on our collective resolve and determination to shape the destiny of our motherland. The journey to 2047 requires each one of us to rise up and play our part as individuals, groups, civil society, institutions of governance etc.
Only through our collective resolve, well laid out action plans and determined efforts will ideas translate into actions.
Events and programmes under this theme include initiatives such as Constitution Day, Good Governance Week etc. that help bring alive our commitment towards the ‘PLANET AND PEOPLE’ while being driven by a deep sense of "PURPOSE".
Actions@75:
Highlighting steps being taken to implement policies and actualise commitments:
This theme focuses on all the efforts that are being undertaken to help India take its rightful position in the new world order emerging in a post Wuhan virus (also termed as Covid - 19") world by highlighting the steps being taken to implement policies and actualise commitments.
It is driven by Prime Minister Modi’s initiative of "SABKA SAATH. SABKA VIKAS. SABKA VISHWAS. SABKA PRAYAS". It encompasses Government policies, schemes, action plans along with commitments from businesses, NGOs, civil society that helps actualise our ideas and help us collectively create a better tomorrow.
Programmes under this theme include initiatives such as "Gati Shakti" - National Master Plan for Multi-modal Connectivity.
Achievements@75:
Showcasing evolution and progress across different sectors:
This theme focuses on marking the passage of time and all our milestones along the way.
It is intended to grow into a public account of our collective achievements as a 75-year-old independent country with a legacy of 5000+ years of ancient history.
Events and programmes under this theme include initiatives such as "Swarnim Vijay Varsh" dedicated to the victory of 1971, launch of "Shreshtha Yojana" during "Mahaparinirvan Diwas" etc.
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: Celebrating 75 Years of India's Independence:
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India's macro-level vision:
"The Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav means elixir of energy of independence; elixir of inspirations of the warriors of freedom struggle; elixir of new ideas and pledges; and elixir of Aatmanirbharta.
Therefore, this Mahotsav is a festival of awakening of the nation; festival of fulfilling the dream of good governance; and the festival of global peace and development."
The "Special Edition Presentation Packs" on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM) prepared by the India Government Mint, Hyderabad showcasing coins in the denominations of Rs.20/- , 10/-, 5/-, 2/- and 1/- with the AKAM logo on the Reverse on each coin:
The Rupee 1/- denomination has been issued with these Presentation Packs for the first time with the year of issue marked as 2023.
i) First Presentation Pack Variant in a Coin Card:
The First Presentation Pack Variant showcases the Reverses of the five coins in a coin card from Rs.20/- to Re 1/- denominations released by the IGM, Hyderabad all engraved with the "75 Years of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" (AKAM) logo.
At top right is the logo of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), while at the bottom left is the logo of the SPMCIL (Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India). From the centre to right is shown a peacock (the National Bird of India) against a background representation of a "rangoli" (an Indian Decorative art form made on festivals and special occasions).
The Front of the Coin Card has an identical mirror design of the other side with the Obverses of the five coins depicting the Emblem of the Government of India - the Lion Capitol of the Ashok the legendary Emperor of Ancient India.
The Front Cover (FC) of the Coin Card Envelope has the logo of AKAM (Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav) at left inscribed on top of a "rangoli" (an Indian Decorative art made on Festivals and special occasions).
The Cover is titled - "Celebrating 75 Glorious Years of Indian Independence" (in both Hindi and English).
At bottom right is the inscription - AKAM SERIES COINS - Special Edition - 2022 & 2023".
The Back Cover (BC) of the Coin Card envelope replicates the logo of the India Government Mint, Hyderabad at the centre bottom.
On the top are shown some of the other themes on recently issued coins by IGM, Hyderabad.
ii) Second Presentation Pack Variant in a Coin Card:
The Second Presentation Pack Variant showcases the Reverses of all the five coins in a coin card from Rs.20/- to Re 1/- denominations released by the IGM, Hyderabad all engraved with the "75 Years of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" (AKAM) logo.
At bottom right is the logo of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), while at the bottom left is the logo of the SPMCIL (Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India).
From the centre to right the Presentation is in the form of the open "train" ("eyespots" of a peacock fanning its feathers) of a dancing peacock (the National Bird of India) against a background representation of a "rangoli" (an Indian Decorative art form made on festivals and special occasions). On the rangoli are depicted some of the important buildings/monuments of India.
The Front of the Coin Card has an identical mirror design of the other side with the Obverses of the five coins depicting the Emblem of the Government of India - the Lion Capitol of the Ashok the legendary Emperor of Ancient India.
The Front Cover (FC) of the Coin Card Envelope has the logo of AKAM (Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav) at left inscribed at left in an "eyespot" symbolising a dancing peacock (the National Bird of India).
The Cover is titled - "Celebrating 75 Glorious Years of Indian Independence" (in both Hindi and English).
At centre right is the inscription - AKAM SERIES COINS - Special Edition - 2022 & 2023".
The Back Cover (BC) of the Coin Card envelope replicates the logo of the India Government Mint, Hyderabad at the centre bottom.
On the top are shown some of the other themes on recently issued coins by IGM, Hyderabad.
Links:
More posts on "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" on this Blog:
AMRITPEX 2023 (THE NATIONAL PHILATELY EXHIBITION) held at New Delhi from 11-15.02.2023:
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: Five Special Covers released by Philately Division, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi:
Links to Special Covers issued by the Rajasthan Postal Circle of India Post:
Links to Special Covers issued by Maharashtra Postal Circle recently:
Links to Special Postal Covers/Booklet issued by the Maharashtra Postal Circle (2021-2022):
Links to posts on Special Covers (SCs) brought out by Lucknow Postal Circle of India Post:
Links to posts on Special Covers (SCs) brought out by Chhattisgarh Postal Circle of India Post:
Links to posts on Special Covers (SCs) brought out by Karnataka Postal Circle 2021 onwards:
Links to Special Covers issued by Uttarakhand Postal Circle recently:
Links to Special Covers issued by Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle:
Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the Odisha Postal Circle:
Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the North East Postal Circle:
Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the West Bengal Postal Circle:
Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the Tamilnadu Postal Circle:
Links to Posts on Special Covers issued by the Haryana Postal Circle:
Links to posts on Special Covers issued by Kerala Postal Circle:
IPKF Operations, Sri Lanka:
Links to posts on Army Post Office (APO) issues:
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12) 102 (VC) Engineer Regiment: Celebrating the Golden Jubilee of its raising in 1965: A Special Cover issued by 99 APO on 28.12.2016
13) 130 Air Defence Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebrations: A Special Cover issued by 56 APO commemorating the occasion on 28.01.2017
14) 3rd Battalion The Sikh Regiment: Centennial of the Battle of Hai fought on 01.02.1917 during WW I : A Special Cover issued by 56 APO on 01.02.2017
15) 27 Air Defence Missile Regiment (Amritsar Airfield): Platinum Jubilee Celebrations (75 Years) A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO on 04.02.2017
18) Tri Services Veterans: Inaugural Armed Forces Veterans day: 14.01.2017: A Special Cover issued by 56 APO on 14.01.2017:
29) No. 29, Squadron, Indian Air Force (IAF): (SCORPIOS): 60 Glorious years (1958-2018): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 18.10.2018
30) No. 35 Squadron Indian Air Force (IAF): (RAPIERS): 60 Years of Rapiers (1958-2018)- "Armed to strike fast": A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 16.10.2018
31) The Deccan Horse: Centenary Celebrations of the Jordan Valley Day (1918-2018): A Special Cover brought out by 56 APO (Army Post Office) on 03.11.2018
34) 61 Cavalry: "Centenary of the Battle of Haifa (1918-2018)": A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post (56 APO-Army Post Office) on 22.09.2018
38) 22nd Battalion: The Rajput Regiment: Golden Jubilee Celebration (1966-2018): A Special Postal Cover brought out by India Post (56 APO) on 01.10.2018
Other posts on the Indian Armed Forces on this Blog:
17) Western Naval Command (WNC) Golden Jubilee Celebrations (1968-2018): A Special Postal Cover brought out by the Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 12.12.2018
18) National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Pune: 70 Glorious Years: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post commemorating the milestone: Special Cover issue date: 16.01.2019
19) Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh DFC (15.04.1919-16.09.2019): A 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) postage stamp brought out in his honour by India Post on 09.10.2019
20) 4th Battalion (Outram's) The Rajputana Rifles: 200th Anniversary Celebrations (1820-2020): A Postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) brought out by India Post commemorating the milestone: Date of Stamp issue: 12.02.2020
Links to posts on Mahatma Gandhi on this Blog:
Maximum or Maxim Cards:
Special Stamp Packs/Books:
Links to Posts on Our Solar System:
Links to posts on Mahatma Gandhi on this Blog:
Some posts on Banks on this Blog:
2) Chittorgarh Fort: (Stamp 2): Hill forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A setof six stamps issued by India Post commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ranthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018
3) Kumbhalgarh Fort: (Stamp 3): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A set of six stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ranthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018
4) Jaisalmer fort: (Stamp 4): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Stamps Series: A set of six postage stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Chittorgarh, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron and Ranthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018
5) Ramthambore Fort: (Stamp 5): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A set of six stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ramthambore: Stamps issued on 29.12.2018
6) Gagron Fort: (Stamp 6): Hill Forts of Rajasthan Postage Stamp Series: A set of six postage stamps commemorating the Hill Forts of Amer, Kumbhalgarh, Jaisalmer, Gagron, Chittorgarh and Ramnthambore: Stamps issued on 28.12.2018
Links to some posts on the Forts of Maharashtra:
4) Sinhagad Fort: A Special Cover brought out by Maharashtra Postal Circle of India Post on 29.04.2017
5)"Brave Fighter Narvir Shivaji Kashid": A Special Cover issued by Maharashtra Postal Circle on 05.05.2016: includes The Defence of Panhalgarh and the legendary Battle of Pawan Khind
Permanent Pictorial Cancellations:
Links to Posts on Indian Post-Cards:
29) Endangered (Bird) Species: Nilgiri Laughing Thrush: A set of four Picture Post Cards issued by India Post
30) CHAMPEX-2018: Champaran Satyagrah Centenary Celebrations (1917-2017): "Champaran: The beginning of Gandhi": A set of four post cards issued by the Postmaster General, North Region, Muzaffarpur, during Champex - 2018 "Champaran Philately Exhibition-2018")
Registered Post Envelopes:
Links to Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps ssued during 2023:
Links to other Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2022:
Links to other Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2021:
Links to other Commemorative Stamps Posts on Indian Stamps issued during 2020:
21) Chandrayaan - 2 Moon Mission, India: A Special Postal Cover brought out by the West Bengal Postal Circle of India Post on 07.09.2019
Links to other Commemorative Stamps posts on Indian stamps issued during 2017:
Links to other Commemorative Stamps posts on Indian stamps issued during 2016
3) Commemorative Stamps on "Project Rukmini"
4) Commemorative Stamps on "Indian Ocean & Rajenda Chola I"
5) International Day of Yoga - "Commemorative Stamps & Coins"
6) India-France - 50 Years of Space Co-operation - Commemorative Stamps
7) Commemorative Stamps on 50 years (Golden Jubilee) of "Engineers India Limited"
List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 2006:
List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 2005:
List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 1964:
List of Commemorative Stamps issued posts in 1961:
Commemorative stamps issued in 1931, 1947 and 1950:
Other Postage stamps from Thailand:
Postage Stamps from Great Britain/UK:
Postage Stamps issued by Hongkong Post:
Postage Stamps issued by New Zealand Post:
Postage Stamps from Romania:
Postage stamps from Tokelau:
1) Machu Picchu: Wonders of the Modern World Series: A 1.35 Euros postage stamp issued on 15.09.2017
Postage Stamps from Armenia:
International Philately Exhibitions :
Links to posts on my Alma Mater - La Martiniere College, Lucknow:
Santosh Khanna has commented:
ReplyDelete"A VERY interesting and informative post on coins issued with AKAM logo. Thanks for sharing."
Thank you so much, Khanna sahab. This is the first time that a one-rupee AKAM coin has been minted with the year of issue as 2023.
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