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Tuesday, 10 October 2023

3031) GADAG ZOO, Karnataka: Golden Jubilee Anniversary (1972-2022): Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Gadag City Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 05.01.2023:

3031) GADAG ZOO, Karnataka: Golden Jubilee Anniversary (1972-2022): Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post has issued a Special Cover (SC) from its Gadag City Post Office: Date of Special Cover issue: 05.01.2023:

GADAG ZOO:

About the Zoo Authority of Karnataka:

The Zoo Authority of Karnataka is registered under Societies Registration Act, 1960, and functioning at Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Garden’s Premises, Mysuru.

Until 20.07.2002 only Mysore Zoo was under the control of Zoo Authority of Karnataka (ZAK). 

Now, expanded all over the state, the ZAK as on 20.07.2002, with 8 Zoos under its Jurisdiction, Adumalleswara Mini Zoo of Chitradurga was also brought under ZAK jurisdiction from 18.09.2017.

Objectives of the Zoo Authority of Karnataka:

- The purpose of establishing of the Zoological Park is for ex-situ conservation of wild animals.

- To complement and strengthen the national efforts in conservation of the rich biodiversity.

- Supporting the conservation of endangered species through coordinating breeding under ex-situ conditions.

- To inspire amongst Zoo visitors empathy for wild animals, an understanding and awareness about the need for conservation of natural resources and for maintaining the ecological balance.

- To function as rescue centre for orphaned wild animals.

- Helps in rehabilitation of wild captured, injured and orphaned animals.

- To serve the cause of Wildlife conservation indirectly by arousing in the people an interest in and concern for wildlife by organizing exhibitions and seminars.

- To study the habits and behaviour of animals and birds in their natural surroundings as well as in captivity.

- To conduct research on various problems of the animals in zoos, zoological parks and sanctuaries.

- Presenting scientific aspects to the public about wildlife management, upkeep and conservation.

- Providing opportunities for scientific studies.

- Exchange of animals and birds depending upon requirement in the Zoos.

- Providing scientific education on conservation of biological lineage.

About the Gadag Zoo:

The Mini Zoo at Binkadakatti in Gadag Taluk of Gadag District was established in 1972. 

The zoo sprawls across 40 acres. Recently, two Asiatic lions - a three-year-old male named Shiva and a two-year-old female called Ganga - were brought from Kamla Nehru Zoological Park, Indore some time back.

There are over 35 species, including tigers, lions, leopards, wolves, hyenas, jackals.

The Zoo is 4 Km away from Gadag City and 1 Km away from Binkadakatti village. 

At present the Zoo falls in "Small Zoo" Category as per the classification of Zoos by the Central Zoo Authority.

Approximately more than 70,000 visitors come to this zoo annually.

Now, the Zoo is contemplating bringing a zebra and wild dogs in the days to come

A Special Cover (SC) issued by West Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post:

The Front of the Special Cover (SC) is titled "GADAG ZOO" (in Kannada, Hindi and English) at the top left. Also, at left is an image of the Gadag Zoo with images of its fauna species, including the three big cats, deer swan, peacocks etc. 

At top right is affixed a postage stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) titled - "Emeralda Cathcartii (Lindl)" from a set of stamps featuring orchids issued by India Post in 2017.

"Gadag Zoo" is inscribed on Cancellation Stamp (in both Hindi and English) in the centre, with the 50th Anniversary logo in the centre. The Cancellation is of Gadag City Post Office, and the date of cancellation is - "05.01.2023".

The Back of the Special Cover (SC) gives a brief description, (in Hindi and English) as under:

" Binkadakatti Zoo popularly known as Gadag Zoo was established in the year 1972 in an area of 40 acres. 

Gadag Zoo supports 38 species of mammals, reptiles & birds, which include the 3 Big Cats - Tiger, Asiatic Lion and Leopard. 

Increased awareness in nature and wildlife conservation amongst the public has made zoos popular educational centres. It is the second zoo in Karnataka celebrating its Golden Jubilee after Chamrajendra Zoological Gardens Mysuru".

The logo of India Post is printed in the lower half of the Back.

The Special Cover has been approved/issued by the Karnataka Postal Circle of India Post vide its Approval number - KTK/67/2022.




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3) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: A Presentation Pack of Indian Postage Stamps prepared by the National Philatelic Museum, New Delhi comprising of : i) A First Day Cover: ii) the two Stamps of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) and iii) the Information Brochure (IB): Year of Presentation Pack issue: 2023

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1) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) WOMEN'S POWER: EXPLORING NEW HORIZONS": A Special Cover released on 12.02.2023

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Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav: Five Special Covers released by Philately Division, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi:

1) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: i) "FREEDOM STRUGGLE"

2) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: ii) "IDEAS@75

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5) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An intiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: v) "ACHIEVEMENTS@75"

Links to Special Covers issued by the Rajasthan Postal Circle of India Post:

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