Proud to be a Sikkimese: Sikkim Travel, Culture & Local Heritage

  04.03.24: Roshan Prasad , a renowned philatelist hailing from Singtam , Sikkim , won the Large Silver award in the Literature Class at the EPAEX 2024 Stamp Exhibition held in Dubai , United Arab Emirates for his recently released book “ The Stamp Chronicles – A Journey Through Philately ” which was released at the Sikkim Awards 2023 by the Honorable Chief Minister of Sikkim, Shri Prem Singh Tamang (Golay). The Exhibition was organised by Emirates Philatelic Association between 28th February – 3rd March 2024 at Dragon Mart 2 , Dubai to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of UAE – China diplomatic relations and to promote philately in the region where 66 participants from 9 countries participated. Roshan earned 78 marks out of 100 to secure his position and win the Large Silver medal. This is the second book Prasad has written on Stamp Collection with the motive to provide the readers with a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the world of postage stamps, encompassing topi...

  Shital Pradhan from Sikkim wins Vermeil Singtam, 14.02.24: The prestigious GANGTOKPEX 2024 (Feb 7-8), organised by Sikkim Post and held at Sir Tashi Namgyal Senior Secondary School, Gangtok concluded on a high note, showcasing the extraordinary talent of philatelists from Sikkim and nearby region. The Vermeil Medal , the highest honour in the senior category, was awarded to Shital Pradhan from Singtam, Sikkim, for his captivating exhibit titled " Sikkim Through Philately ," earning an impressive 72 marks. In the senior category, Silver Medals were bestowed upon Deepen Pradhan ( Rhenock - India Pre Independence), Sushil Karthak   ( Siliguri - Famous Indian), Anand Yonzone ( Darjeeling - The Postal System), and Nilema Yonzone (Darjeeling - Women Empowerment), each receiving 62 marks for their outstanding contributions. Bronze Medals were shared by Ganesh Kumar Pradhan (Rhenock - Philatelic Exhibition in India / Special Covers on Sikkim), Sishir Pradhan (World o...

BANGKOK, December 02: Roshan Prasad, a renowned Philatelist, Author and Philatelic designer from Singtam, Sikkim bag Silver for his stamp collection on Cricket “The Story of Cricket” and Sliver Bronze for his first book “The Stamp Collector’s Dictionary” at the World Stamp Championship “Thailand 2023” held between 27 th November to 2 nd December at The Grand Postal Building, Bangkok, Thailand. With Mr Richard Tan Eng Chuan,  Vice President of FIP The Championship was organized by the Philatelic Association of Thailand (P.A.T.) under the patronage of H.R.H. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn and the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP) with the support of Thailand Post Co. Ltd., under the auspices of the Federation of Inter-Asia Philately (FIAP) to celebrate the Auspicious occasion of His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua’s 72 nd Birthday Anniversary and also 140 th Anniversary of the first Thai Postage Stamp and Postal Services. Around 2,500 fr...

27.07.21 : Received today the Souvenir and Certificate of the First Circle Level Online Philatelic Exhibition NEPEX 2021. The event was organized by Chief Postmaster General, North East Circle, Shillong. Talking about this souvenir, I like this stone-like carving. It is the representation of the seven northeast states of India. Whoever designed it or had this concept is highly appreciated. Thank You Shillong Postal Service and India Post.

About 1,000 frames will be on display at the exhibition CHENNAI: The Tamil Nadu Postal Circle will host the 10th national philatelic exhibition ‘INPEX 2008’ from January 2 to 6, at Rani Meyammai and Rajah Muthiah Halls in Egmore. This is the first exhibition of its kind being held in the State, according to a press release. About 1,000 frames will be on display at the exhibition. Some of them will be of special interest to school students and youth. Several rare stamps from the National Philatelic Museum, India Security Press, Army Postal Service and some educational institutions will also be showcased. A souvenir containing articles on postal history and philately will be released at the function. Special postal covers on various themes are to be released on each day of the exhibition. Cultural activities will also form part of the exhibition. Bulletin –I of the exhibition...