India Post cultural stamps
Valar – Rajasthan ’s Energetic Tribal Dance of Rhythm, Strength & Celebration Valar is one of the most spirited and culturally rich tribal dances of Rajasthan, performed primarily by the Bhil community , one of India’s oldest indigenous groups. K…
Karakul Cap – A Regal Symbol of Prestige, Tradition & Cultural Identity The Karakul cap , also known as the Jinnah cap , is one of the most distinguished traditional headgears of Central and South Asia. Made from the fur of the Karakul sheep , th…
Gujarati Turban – A Colorful Crown of Honor, Tradition & Regional Identity The Gujarati turban headgear, popularly known as the Pagdi, Safa, or Phento, is one of the most vibrant cultural symbols of Gujarat. Worn across Kutch, Saurashtra, and main…
Mithila Turban – A Crown of Maithil Honor, Heritage & Artistic Identity The Mithila turban headgear, traditionally known as the Paag, is one of the most powerful cultural symbols of the Mithila region of Bihar and Nepal. Worn by Maithil Brahmins, …
Baul Mela – Bengal’s Festival of Mystic Music, Devotion & Free‑Spirited Art The Baul Mela is one of Bengal’s most soulful and culturally profound festivals, celebrating the mystical Baul singers known for their spiritual songs, ektara melodies, an…
Daanger Putul – West Bengal’s Dynamic Rod Puppetry Tradition Daanger Putul, also known as Danger Putul, is one of West Bengal’s most vibrant and culturally rooted puppetry traditions. This unique form of rod puppetry blends theatre, dance, music, an…
Kathi Kundhei – Odisha ’s Timeless String Puppetry Tradition Kathi Kundhei, also known as Kundhei Nacha, is one of Odisha’s most cherished traditional puppetry forms. This elegant string puppetry style blends folk theatre, devotional storytelling, an…
Benir Putul Stamp: West Bengal’s Classical String Puppetry Tradition Benir Putul is one of West Bengal’s most elegant and culturally rich puppetry traditions. Known for its delicate craftsmanship and expressive storytelling, this form of string puppet…
Yakshagana Sutrada Gombeyatta – Karnataka’s Enchanting String Puppetry Tradition Yakshagana Sutrada Gombeyatta is one of India’s most vibrant and culturally rich puppetry traditions, originating from the coastal and Malnad regions of Karnataka. This a…
Tolu Bommalata Stamp: The Glorious Leather Puppetry Tradition of Andhra Pradesh Tolu Bommalata, the traditional leather shadow puppetry of Andhra Pradesh, is one of India’s oldest surviving storytelling arts. The name comes from Telugu: Tolu = leath…
Pavakathakali Stamp: Kerala’s Traditional Kathakali ‑Style Puppetry Pavakathakali is one of Kerala’s most visually striking and culturally rich puppetry traditions. Rooted in the grandeur of Kathakali, this unique form of glove puppetry transforms m…