Inauguration day travelled permanent Pictorial cancellation of Idukki Dam, Keralam-introduced on 15.10.2026 with Bhakra Nangal dam stamp

Inauguration day travelled permanent Pictorial cancellation of Idukki Dam, Keralam-introduced on 15.10.2026

Commemorative stamp on Bhakra Nangal Dam issued in 2013 is also affixed with metallic cache/seal of the said permanent Pictorial Cancellation -bigger in size from the rubber cache/seal.

This cover was travelled from Idukki to Kollad, Kottayam by normal post. delivery seal is on the back side.

Only 1000 special covers were issued.

Idukki Arch Dam, commissioned in the year 1976, across Periyar River, is a double curvature thin parabolic arch concrete dam one of the largest of its kind in Asia and an engineering marvel of national significance. Part of the 780 Megawatt Idukki Hydro Electric Project, the dam stands 169 mtr in height and 365 mtr in length, set against the scenic Western Ghats. India Post is proud to release this Special Cover to commemorate the introduction of Permanent Pictorial Cancellation for Idukki Arch Dam, an engineering marvel.

Note- The cancellation seal and delivery seal position and quality may differ from the one shown here. Serial Number of cover also may differ.