4324) Uddhavdas Mehta (1911-1986), Bharat/India: Bhartiya Dak/India Post has issued a Postage Stamp of 500 Paise (Rs.5/-) on him: Date/Year of Stamp issue: 01.02.2026:
About Uddhavdas Mehta:
Uddhavdas Mehta, was born on 9 August 1911 in Bhopal.
He was the son of Pt. Moolchand Ji Pauranik. He received
formal education in Sanskrit and Ayurveda at Kashi. Along with being a highly
regarded Ayurvedic physician, he was also deeply engaged in the preparation of classical,
scripture-based medicines. His life was defined by fearlessness, integrity, and
unwavering dedication to public welfare.
He firmly rejected various official positions and inducements
offered by the Nawabi regime, choosing instead to stand with the suffering masses
and fight for their rights.
In 1930, he presented a “25-point charter of
demands” before the Nawab.
In 1934, he launched “Praja Pukar,” Bhopal’s
first Hindi weekly newspaper, demonstrating exceptional courage in
journalism under repressive rule.
As a result, cases were filed against him by both the
Nawabi and British authorities, but he was honourably acquitted.
His involvement in the Civil Liberties Movement, Hyderabad
Satyagraha, and the establishment and expansion of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh
in Bhopal remains historically significant. Uddhavdas Mehta worked for Bhopal’s
merger with the Indian Union.
In 1947, his indefinite fast against
communal violence forced the Nawabi administration to restore damaged
temples and compensate losses.
He played a decisive role in the movement lifelong
champion of Ayurveda, he organised the Ayurvedic fraternity, initiated
the celebration of Dhanvantari Jayanti, and served as President
of both the Bhopal Ayurvedic Mandal and the Madhya Pradesh
Ayurvedic Mandal.
Recognised as both a Freedom Fighter and a defender
of democracy, his life remains an enduring inspiration of service to society
and the nation.
The Postage Stamp:
The Department of Posts has released a Commemorative
Postage Stamp on Uddhavdas Mehta.
The First Day Cover (FDC)
TECHNICAL DATA:
Date/Year of Stamp issue:
01.02.2026
Denomination of Stamp:
500p (or Rs.5/-)
No. of Stamps Printed:
302,950 pieces
Printing Process:
Wet Offset
Printer: Security Printing
Press, Hyderabad.
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