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  • 15 July 1975

Flying Crane

On July 15, 1975, India Post issued a 50 paise definitive stamp featuring a Flying Crane, celebrating India's rich birdlife and natural heritage. Depicted gracefully in flight, the crane symbolizes elegance, vigilance, and freedom, and has long occupied a special place in Indian art, folklore, and cultural traditions. India is home to several species of cranes, including the Sarus Crane, the world's tallest flying bird and a symbol of fidelity and wetland conservation. Issued as part of the definitive series, the stamp highlights the importance of protecting India's avian diversity and the ecosystems that sustain it. For philatelists interested in wildlife, conservation, and India's natural heritage, this definitive issue celebrates the beauty of one of the country's most iconic birds and promotes awareness of environmental preservation.

Date of issue July 15, 1975
Denomination 50ps

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