Expo has 450 stamps of various themes and subjects is a visual treat for children
In the age of e-mails, stamps may not be crucial
for communication any more. But, they still hold a charm for stamp
collectors.
To introduce children to philately, which was
considered king of hobbies, the Tamil Nadu Postal Circle is organising a
four-day exhibition ‘Tanapex’ in Chennai after nearly two decades.
Inaugurated
at Amma Arangam in Shenoy Nagar on Thursday, the State-level exhibition
has over 450 philately frames covering various themes such as flowers,
freedom fighters and art and music. Each frame has a collection of
stamps released during various years, but share the same theme.
The
exhibition, which also has several participants from South India
Philatelists Association, also features several letters written by
eminent personalities. A special cover on traditional silk sarees,
picture postcards and pictorial cancellation of Muttom light house,
Manappad light house and Arthanareeswarar temple were released during
the inauguration.
It’s not
all about display of stamps alone. Children visiting the exhibition have
a host of activities to be part of it — quiz contest, philately walk or
philately hunt and design a stamp — all lined up till January 8.
Cultural shows, magic show and drama by veteran theatre personality and
comedian Crazy Mohan will also be organised.
“We also encourage
children to open philately account at a minimum cost of Rs.200. The
exhibition also has 15 dealer booths to help visitors purchase stamps
and rare items. A help desk has also been set up for new entrants who
want to display their collection,” an official said.
T.
Murthy, member (Operations), Postal Services Board, Harmander Singh,
principal secretary, Handlooms, Handicrafts, Textiles and Khadi
department and Charles Lobo, Chief Postmaster General, TN Postal Circle
were present. The exhibition will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. till
January 8.
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