India Mint Stamp

Lokith Philately

Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Rajasthan

Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers

Date of issue: 09.06.2010

Pin code: 305001

Status: Active

PO Name: Ajmer

Description: A permanent Pictorial Cancellation of Prithviraj Chouhan is a replica of his picture highlighting the historical importance of his rule in Ajmer. Prithviraj Chauhan, was the son of Someshwar Chauhan, the king of Ajmer and was last ruler of the Chauhan Dynasty. He ruled most of Rajasthan, Haryana and Delhi and some parts of Punjab, Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh from the period 1178-1192. His capital was located at Ajaymeru (modern Ajmer). A true Rajput by nature, Prithviraj expanded his empire mainly towards northwest India. It is believed that he was sharp and brilliant at all military skills and mastered the skills of aiming the target on the basis of its sound, known as the "shabdbhedi" technique.

Writeup Source: Rediscovery of India through Pictorial Cancellations book by India Post