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Tuesday 12 December 2023

3103) 75 Glorious Years of National Defence Academy, Bharat/India: Bharat/India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) depicting the premier Defene Institution in the sphere of Military Training: Date of Stamp issue: 30.11.2023:

3103) 75 Glorious Years of National Defence Academy, Bharat/India: Bharat/India Post has issued a postage stamp of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) depicting the premier Defene Institution in the sphere of Military Training: Date of Stamp issue: 30.11.2023:

The National Defence Academy(NDA) at Khadakwasla, Pune  is a premier defence institution and a hallmark of global excellence in the sphere of military training. 

The concept of NDA as a training institution was conceived post the World War II to promote jointmanship and integrate the efforts of the future officers of the Army, Navy and the Air Force to deliver as a potent joint force in the face of the adversary. 

NDA Khadakwasla is one of the first institutions in the world to impart combined training to officer cadets of the three services. 

The concept and genesis of NDA dates back to the period before Independence when a committee of eminent persons was entrusted with the evolution of a scheme to implement the joint services training concept. 

The scheme took shape and after a great deal of search and discussion, the site of World War II Combined Warfare School in the vicinity of Khadakwasla Lake near Pune was selected for the new academy.

In pursuance of this Scheme in 1946, the Indian Military Academy was initially renamed as the Armed Forces Academy and split into two wings, the “Inter Services Wing” and the “Military Wing”.

The first batch of 190 cadets of the Army, Navy and Air Force commenced combined training on 16 January 1949 at Dehradun, in the Inter Services Wing (later renamed the “Joint Services Wing” or JSW).

The foundation stone of the NDA was laid on 06 October 1949. 

NDA was formally inaugurated by the then Chief Minister of Mumbai, Shri Morarji Desai, on 16 January 1955. 

The first passing out parade, held at Khadakwasla held on 05 June 1955. The Joint Services Wing at Dehradun was subsequently relocated at Khadakwasla and came to be known as the “National Defence Academy”.

The NDA continues in its march towards nation building, confident that in the years to come, it will draw the finest of India’s youth who will pass through the portals of this “Cradle of Leadership”, perpetuating through their gallantry, dedication and sacrifice, the Academy’s motto ‘‘Seva Parmo Dharma”.

During the last seven decades, the Academy has established itself as an institution of rare distinction and rendered exemplary services to the nation. It has produced legends not only in the field of Military leadership but also in the field of science, technology, arts, literature and sports. 

The Academy is a unifying symbol of integration and jointmanship among the three wings of the Defence Services. 

The alumni of this unique nursery for character building and leadership have validated the objectives for which their Alma mater was established through their selfless service of loyalty, valour and heroism both in peace and in war – at home and abroad.

Since its inception, it has trained more than 38,000 cadets, including over 1,000 cadets from 32 friendly foreign countries. It has given the country two Chiefs of Defence Staff (CDS) and several of its Service Chiefs. 

Three of its alumni have been honoured with Param Vir Chakra and 12 with the Ashok Chakra, the nation’s highest awards for gallantry in war and peace respectively. The other gallantry awards of the alumni include 32 MahaVir Chakras, 45 Kirti Chakras, 163 Vir Chakras and 152 Shourya Chakras. The Academy is proud of its alumni who have made the supreme sacrifice for their motherland. The NDA has the distinction of producing 2 CDS & several Chiefs of the three services.

The NDA will complete seventy-five years of eventful existence in January 2024 during which the 151st Course will join the Academy. 

The year 2022 was etched in the golden letters in the history of NDA as for the first time female cadets joined 148th NDA course paving the way for the other young girls in the country to follow their dream and become future military leaders. Their indomitable performance has put NDA on the global arena of military and political leadership.

On 16 January 2024, NDA will be completing 75 glorious years in service to the nation. It remains committed to maintain the highest traditions and toughest standards of its training and rededicates its unflinching commitment to the nation on this momentous occasion. 

The Stamp:

The Department of Posts has issued this Commemorative Postage Stamp (CPS) on 75 Glorious years of National Defence Academy and appreciates its roles as the true foundation of India’s defence edifice.

The First Day Cover (FDC) showcases the façade of the National Defence Academy and is titled "75 GLORIOUS YEARS OF NATIONAL DEFENCE ACADEMY" (at the bottom).

The postage stamp issued is affixed at tip right, cancelled with a Special Cancellation Stamp which shows the logo of the NDA and the numeral "75" n the centre.

The date of cancellation is - "30.11.2023".

TECHNICAL DATA:

Stamp Theme: 75 Years of the National Defence Academy, Khadakwasla, Pune

Denomination of Stamp: 500 p

No. of Stamps Printed: 302,100 pieces

Printing Process: Wet Offset

Printer: Security Printing Press, Hyderabad





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Posts on G20 Leader's Summit in New Delhi on this Blog:

1) G20 Leader's Summit, New Delhi 2023, Bharat/India: India Post has issued a Souvenir Sheet (SS) of two stamps of 2000 Paise (or Rs.20/-) each commemorating the G20 Leader's Summit in New Delhi: Date of Souvenir Sheet issue: 26.07.2023

2) G20 Leader's Summit, New Delhi 2023, Bharat/India: India Government Mint (IGM) Kolkata has released a combo of Rs.100/- and Rs.75/- Quaternary Silver Coin set commemorating the G20 Leader's Summit in New Delhi: Date/Year of Coin set issue: 2023

Posts on "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" on this Blog:

1) Did you Know Series (71): "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" (Bharat/India celebrates the 75th Year of Independence: A set of four coins in the denominations of Rs.2, 5, 10 and 20 issued by the India Government Mint, Mumbai

2) Did You Know Series (74): "Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav" ("Bharat/India celebrates the 75th Year of Independence"): A set of six coins in the denominations of Rs.5, 10 and 20 totalling Rs.75 issued by the India Government Mint, Hyderabad, together with a Special Cover issued by the Hyderabad Postal Circle of India Post

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

4) 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 Packs issue: 2023

5) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Bharat/India celebrates 75th Year of Independence: A set of five Coins in the denominations of Re.1/-, Rs.2/-, Rs.5/-, Rs.10/- and Rs.20/- released by the India Government Mint, Mumbai in 2023

6) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Bharat/India celebrates 75th Year of Independence: A set of five Coins in the denominations of Re.1/-, Rs.2/-, Rs.5/-, Rs.10/- and Rs.20/- released by the India Government Mint, Mumbai in 2023

AMRITPEX 2023 (THE NATIONAL PHILATELY EXHIBITION) held at New Delhi from 11-15.02.2023:

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

2) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "WOMEN's POWER: EXCELLENCE IN SPORTS": A Special Cover released on 12.02.2023

3) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: 11) "WOMEN'S POWER: CONSERVING NATIONAL HERITAGE": A SPECIAL COVER RELEASED ON 12.02.2023

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

5) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "DIVYANG: PRIDE OF INDIA": A Special Cover released on 13.03.2023

6) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "PUPPETRY: INDIA'S CULTURAL HERITAGE": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

7) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "BIRSA MUNDA": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

8) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "GOVIND GURU": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

9) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "INTERNATIONAL YEAR OF MILLETS -2023 (FOXTAIL MILLETS, FINGER MILLETS, PEARL MILLETS, SORGHUM MILLETS, BARNYARD MILLETS, LITTLE MILLET"): A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

10) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "OUR FREEDOM STRUGGLE": A Special Cover released on 14.02.2023

11) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The "National Philately Exhibition"), held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "NATURAL HERITAGE OF INDIA": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

12) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "ACHIEVEMENTS AT 75 YEARS": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

13) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philatey Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "UTI ASSET MANAGEMENT COMPANY LIMITED (UTI AMC)": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

14) "AMRITPEX 2023" (The National Philately Exhibition") held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 11-15 February 2023: ii) "INDIA POSTS IN SERVICE OF THE NATION": A Special Cover released on 15.02.2023

15) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav (AKAM), India: India Post has issued a 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) postage stamp highlighting the initatives taken by the Government of India (GOA) under the programme: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 11.02.2023

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

3) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: An initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's history: iii) "RESOLVE@75"

4) Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, India: Am initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 Years of Independence and India's glorious history: iv) "ACTIONS@75"

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:

i) "Bikaneri Bhujia", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

ii) "Makrana Marble", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of Inda Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

iii) "Blue Pottery of Jaipur", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

iv) "Thewa Art Work", Rajasthan, India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

v) "Kathputlis of Rajasthan", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers (SCs) on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

vi) "Molela Clay Work & Pokran Pottery", (Rajasthan) Postal Circle of Inda Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

vii) "Kota Doria", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

viii) "Sanganeri & Bagru Hand Block Print", (Rajasthan), India: Rajasthan Postal Circle, Jaipur of India Post has issued a set of eight Special Covers on Geographical Indications (GIs) of Rajasthan: Date of Special Covers issue: 18.08.2021

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17) The Solar System: A set of eight Stamps of 500 Paise (or Rs.5/-) denomination each, depicting the eight planets - Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune & Uranus, brought out by India Post on 20.03.2018






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