2nd International Tiger Forum, Vladivostok, Russia
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | September 1, 2022 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Rs. 5 |
| Quantity | 301875 |
| Perforation | comb 13½ |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Hyderabad |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Yvert et Tellier IN 3496 Stanley Gibbons IN 3823 |
| Themes | Animals (Fauna) | Conferences | Joint Issues | Logos | Mammals | Tigers | Wild Cats | |
The relationship between humankind and other creatures has long been a topic of interest for civilizations. In India, the land of Eastern religions like Hinduism, Jainism, and Buddhism, there’s a strong emphasis on non-injury to animals. This doctrine of non-violence or non-killing is derived from these Eastern philosophies. In Sanatan Dharma, animals are considered carriers of gods and goddesses, thus integral to human lifestyle. The tiger, being the carrier of Goddess Durga, symbolizes unlimited power and abundance.
Recognizing the importance of conserving its national animal, India launched “Project Tiger” in 1973. Initially launched in nine tiger reserves across different states, it has expanded to encompass 52 tiger reserves in 18 states, covering a vast area. Thanks to ongoing conservation efforts under Project Tiger, India now supports almost 70% of wild tigers globally.
In November 2010, the Russian Federation organized an International Forum on tiger preservation in St. Petersburg. The forum adopted a declaration on Tiger Conservation and the Global Tiger Recovery Program, aiming to double the tiger population in natural habitats by 2022.
India has achieved the goal of doubling its tiger population ahead of schedule, emerging as a leader in tiger conservation globally. The 2nd International Tiger Forum aims to review the results of the Global Program and set new priorities for further joint efforts. India, as a global leader in tiger conservation, commemorates this event by issuing a Commemorative Postage Stamp, reciprocating the gesture of the Russian Federation, which is also issuing a stamp dedicated to the event.
Additionally, the Commemorative Postage Stamp pays tribute to ‘Collarwali,’ the famous tigress of Pench Tiger Reserve, Madhya Pradesh, who passed away in January 2022. Known as the “Super MOM,” she gave birth to 29 tiger cubs in her lifetime, with an astonishing 25 surviving into adulthood.
The Department of Posts is pleased to issue this stamp on the 2nd International Tiger Forum, celebrating India’s and the global community’s efforts to save the tiger and its ecosystem.