India Mint Stamp
Lokith Philately
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Tamilnadu
Permanent Pictorial cancellation of Tamilnadu
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Permanent Pictorial Cancellation inaugural day covers
Date of issue: 26.07.2024
Date of issue: 26.07.2024
Pin code: 608102
Pin code: 608102
Status: Active
Status: Active
PO Name: Killai
PO Name: Killai
Description: Killai is a panchayat town in the Chidambaram taluk of the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu. On the coast of the Bay of Bengal and the mouth of the Vellar River and the river's south bank, across from the town of Parangipettai. The only reserve forests in the taluk are located to the south of the town. The Killai and Pichavaram reserve forests contain mangrove forest ecosystems. The area is home to the second-largest mangrove forest in the world, covering about 3000 acres. The depth of the mangrove forest ranges from 1 to 3 meters, and the water appears muddy with shades of yellow, green, and blue due to varying water depths and its proximity to the sea. Mangroves are shrubs and trees that thrive in salty or semi-salty water, typically found in coastal areas where freshwater and saltwater mix, such as where a river meets the ocean.
Description: Killai is a panchayat town in the Chidambaram taluk of the Cuddalore district of Tamil Nadu. On the coast of the Bay of Bengal and the mouth of the Vellar River and the river's south bank, across from the town of Parangipettai. The only reserve forests in the taluk are located to the south of the town. The Killai and Pichavaram reserve forests contain mangrove forest ecosystems. The area is home to the second-largest mangrove forest in the world, covering about 3000 acres. The depth of the mangrove forest ranges from 1 to 3 meters, and the water appears muddy with shades of yellow, green, and blue due to varying water depths and its proximity to the sea. Mangroves are shrubs and trees that thrive in salty or semi-salty water, typically found in coastal areas where freshwater and saltwater mix, such as where a river meets the ocean.
The mangrove forest is situated between two major estuaries, These backwaters are interconnected by the Vellar and Coleroon river systems. Mangrove forests play a crucial role in the ecosystem, providing coastal stability and serving as a habitat and protective environment for numerous animal, fish, and bird species. These unique ecosystems are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions. The dense mangroves act as a natural barrier against powerful waves, helping to shield the land from erosion and damage. India Post, Tamilnadu Circle issued the PPC on the occasion of International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. The species of mangrove depicted in the cancellation is Rhizophora mucronata.
The mangrove forest is situated between two major estuaries, These backwaters are interconnected by the Vellar and Coleroon river systems. Mangrove forests play a crucial role in the ecosystem, providing coastal stability and serving as a habitat and protective environment for numerous animal, fish, and bird species. These unique ecosystems are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions. The dense mangroves act as a natural barrier against powerful waves, helping to shield the land from erosion and damage. India Post, Tamilnadu Circle issued the PPC on the occasion of International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. The species of mangrove depicted in the cancellation is Rhizophora mucronata.
From Left - 1. Mr.Prabhu, Trichy PB in-charge Postal Dept, 2. Mrs. Kalaivani, AD Postal Dept , 3. Mr.Gunasekar Vadivel, Philatelist from Chennai , 4. Mr. Ganesh, SPOs, Cuddalore Postal Dept, 5. Mr. Govindarajan, Philatelist from Tiruvannamalai, 6. Mr. Leo, ASP Postal Dept , 7. Mrs. Nirmala Devi, PMG Tiruchirappalli Postal Region , 8. Mr. Vikram, Philatelist from Bengaluru.
From Left - 1. Mr.Prabhu, Trichy PB in-charge Postal Dept, 2. Mrs. Kalaivani, AD Postal Dept , 3. Mr.Gunasekar Vadivel, Philatelist from Chennai , 4. Mr. Ganesh, SPOs, Cuddalore Postal Dept, 5. Mr. Govindarajan, Philatelist from Tiruvannamalai, 6. Mr. Leo, ASP Postal Dept , 7. Mrs. Nirmala Devi, PMG Tiruchirappalli Postal Region , 8. Mr. Vikram, Philatelist from Bengaluru.
The Postmaster General of the Tiruchirappalli Postal Region has issued a set of seven special covers and a Permanent Pictorial Cancellation (PPC) to commemorate the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. We extend our gratitude to the dedicated staffs of the Killai Sub Office and Trichy PB for their commitment to ensuring that the items bearing the inaugural PPC were dispatched across India. The event was announced well in advance, and we appreciate their initiative in introducing a new PPC. We also thank the staff of the Killai Post Office for their exceptional efforts in sending postal items to all the philatelists who sent self-addressed mail to the Killai Post Office for the PPC.
The Postmaster General of the Tiruchirappalli Postal Region has issued a set of seven special covers and a Permanent Pictorial Cancellation (PPC) to commemorate the International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove Ecosystem. We extend our gratitude to the dedicated staffs of the Killai Sub Office and Trichy PB for their commitment to ensuring that the items bearing the inaugural PPC were dispatched across India. The event was announced well in advance, and we appreciate their initiative in introducing a new PPC. We also thank the staff of the Killai Post Office for their exceptional efforts in sending postal items to all the philatelists who sent self-addressed mail to the Killai Post Office for the PPC.
Inaugural day cancellation on invitation
Inaugural day cancellation on invitation
PMG, Tiruchirappalli Postal Region issuing the Special cover Pack
PMG, Tiruchirappalli Postal Region issuing the Special cover Pack