India Post promotes Philately at International Film Festival 2025
A special philatelic moment marked the opening day of the 56th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2025 with the release of a Personalized My Stamp Template dedicated to IFFI at a ceremony held at Kala Academy, Panaji.
The uniquely crafted stamp has been designed by the eminent calligrapher Atchyut Palav from Navi Mumbai, whose distinctive artistry has given the stamp a vibrant visual identity befitting India's most prestigious film festival.
The stamp template was formally released at the hands of Amitabh Singh, Chief Postmaster General, Maharashtra Circle, who graced the occasion as the chief guest. The CPΜG MH circle also inaugurated the philatelic exhibition on "Indian Cinema" in the august presence of Ramesh Patil. Director Postal Services, Goa Region and Anurag Nikhare, Sr. Supdt Of Post Offices, Goa Division, Panaji. The release event and philatelic exhibition drew participation from Various other philatelists, delegates of IFFI 2025, representatives of India Post, members of the art and film community, and the general public Speaking at the event, Singh highlighted India Post's continued commitment to promoting the heritage of Indian Cinema through the special philatelic exhibition of 20 frames portrayed on "Indian Cinema" displayed at Kala Academy, Panaji. He noted that the IFFI-themed My Stamp would serve as a cherished collectible for film enthusiasts, philatelists, and visitors to the festival
The exhibition includes exhibits collected by various philatelists across the nation like Goa, Kolhapur, Pune, Jaipur, Chennai, Haryana and Orissa. The My Stamp template on IFFI will be available for personalization and purchase at the India Post philatelic My Stamp counter set up at Kala Academy and Inox Courtyard, Panaji.
The initiative underscores the collaborative spirit of IFFI in celebrating creativity across diverse forms of art, while offering festival attendees a meaningful keepsake from one of India's most prestigious film events.
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