2024 Summer Olympic Games, Paris
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | August 5, 2024 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Rs. 20 |
| Quantity | 111,000 |
| Perforation | Harrow13½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Printing Process | Wet Offset |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Credit (Designed By) | Sh. Brahm Prakash |
| Catalog Codes |
Yvert et Tellier IN BF238 Stanley Gibbons IN MS3910 Colnect codes IN 2024.08.05-01 |
| Themes | Hockey | Javelin Throw | Olympic Games | Sailing | Sports | Table Tennis |
Paris 2024: A Historic Olympic Celebration
The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad, popularly known as Paris 2024, began on 26 July 2024 in Paris, France. These Games are especially significant as they mark the centennial of the 1924 Paris Olympics, blending historical continuity with modern celebration. Featuring 32 sports, 329 events, and over 10,500 athletes from more than 200 National Olympic Committees (NOCs), including the IOC Refugee Olympic Team, Paris 2024 is a true global spectacle of sporting excellence and international unity.
Symbol of Equality and Innovation
Paris 2024 is the first Olympic Games with equal participation of male and female athletes, a landmark moment for inclusivity in global sports. The medal design itself embodies heritage and symbolism, incorporating hexagon-shaped iron tokens from the original Eiffel Tower, paired with depictions of Nike, the Greek goddess of victory, and iconic landmarks like the Parthenon and Eiffel Tower — representing timeless triumph and cultural legacy.
India at Paris 2024
India’s rich sporting legacy and emerging talents bring renewed pride at Paris 2024. The Department of Posts honors this spirit with a set of four commemorative postage stamps featuring:
- Javelin Throw – celebrating India’s historic Olympic gold in Tokyo 2020.
- Field Hockey – reflecting India’s storied Olympic history with eight gold medals.
- Sailing – highlighting India’s rising participation in water sports.
- Table Tennis – marking a milestone with both Men’s and Women’s teams qualifying for the Olympics for the first time.
These stamps symbolize India’s achievements and aspirations in the global sporting arena.
Olympic Values and Inspiration
The enduring motto “Citius, Altius, Fortius – Faster, Higher, Stronger” resonates deeply with Paris 2024. It embodies the relentless pursuit of progress, resilience, and sportsmanship, uniting athletes and nations in a shared vision of excellence and friendship.
Philatelic Tribute
The Department of Posts, in collaboration with the Indian Olympic Association, proudly releases a Miniature Sheet of four Commemorative Stamps on Paris 2024. Each stamp celebrates a different sport while capturing the essence of Olympic spirit. The release is complemented by a First Day Cover with a distinctive cancellation mark, signifying its official circulation.
This collection is a cherished memento for philatelists and sports enthusiasts alike, honoring the dedication, perseverance, and triumph of athletes worldwide.
First Day Cover
