The Department of Posts commemorated International Museum Day by releasing three special picture postcards during an event held at the Central Museum in Nagpur on Monday. The initiative aimed to emphasize the importance of preserving regional cultural heritage.
Features of the New Postcards
The newly released postcards showcase notable artefacts housed in the museum. The first postcard features Niranjani, a painting by 20th-century Indian artist Sawlaram Laxman Haldankar, an alumnus of Sir JJ School of Art. The second postcard displays an 18th-century Double Pistol Dagger (pistol Katyar), a rare Indian weapon that combines a punch-dagger design with twin firearm barrels. The event was themed around this artefact. The third postcard depicts a painting of Ajab Bangla, the structure now housed at the Central Museum.
Public Response and Availability
According to postal officials, the release generated significant interest among heritage enthusiasts, with orders being placed from various parts of the country via e-money orders. The picture postcards, intended to document and publicize the architectural and cultural history of Nagpur, are currently available for purchase at the Nagpur General Post Office (GPO).
Officials Present at the Event
The event was attended by several officials, including Sudhir Jakhere (DPS Nagpur region), Prasunna Reddy (SSP Nagpur city division), Mayuresh Khadake (curator of Central Museum), and Vedant Pathak (CM Fellow).
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