INDIPEX 2011, the World Philatelic Exhibition aims to bring the international philatelic community together to celebrate philately, and will provide a unique platform for interaction between all the philatelic stake-holders, viz. the collectors, the dealers, the philatelic journalists and publishers, the designers and security printers, and the postal administrations who issue stamps and stationery. The exhibition will be largely competitive and showcase some of the finest and rarest stamp collections from around the world. Stamps reflect t he history, culture, ethos and concerns of nations and people, which makes stamp collection as a hobby interesting and educative. By showcasing the best philatelic collections, INDIPEX 2011 looks to attract many newcomers to explore the fascinating world of philately.
There is considerable excitement about the exhibition all around the world as it will be one of the biggest events in India after the Commonwealth Games.
It is being organized by India Post, Government of India, in association with the Philatelic Congress of India. The Federation International Philatelic (FIP) is extending its patronage, and the Federation of Inter-Asian Philately (FIAP) its auspices, for conduct of the Exhibition.
The First Official Airmail Flight
The first official airmail flight took place in India between Allahabad and Naini on 18th February 1911, a whole hundred years ago. These will be highlighted through release of special covers, seminars and workshops, activities for children and so on.
The exhibition will be inaugurated by H.E. Smt. Pratibha Patil, the President of India.
Celebrating the Centenary
INDIPEX 2011 will have each day earmarked for celebrating themes such as science and technology, culture and heritage, youth and sports, environment and women’s issues. The exhibition itself will be spread over an area of over 29700 square feet, with booths and stalls for philatelic dealers, government ministries and under takings and corporate entities. With participation from over 70 countries, 500 foreign delegates and about 5000 school children, stamp enthusiasts and other visitors are expected to visit daily.
Venue
Halls 8-11, Pragati Maidan
Exhibition Complex, New Delhi, India.
Contact
Secretariat
Room 523 B,
Dak Bhawan
Sansad Marg,
New Delhi-110001
India
Tel: +91 11 23096160
Fax: +91 11 23753993
www.indipex2011.com
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