India’s Space – Astronaut with Flag, Planets and Spacecraft

India's Space

Technical Data

Stamp Set India's Space Programme
Date of Issue September 29, 2000
Denomination Rs. 3
Quantity 3000000
Perforation comb 13 x 13½
Printer Calcutta Security Printers Ltd
Watermark No Watermark
Colors Multicolor
Catalog Codes

Michel IN 1784

Stamp Number IN 1849a

Yvert et Tellier IN 1550

Stanley Gibbons IN 1953

Themes Astronauts | Flags | Outer Space | Space Traveling | Spacecraft |

India’s Space Program: Astronaut with Flag, Planets, and Spacecraft

Overview:

India’s Space Program has achieved significant milestones since its inception. The country has made considerable progress in satellite technology, launch vehicles, space science research, and international cooperation. The depiction of an astronaut with a flag, planets, and spacecraft symbolizes India’s achievements and aspirations in space exploration.

Key Components Depicted:

  1. Astronaut with Flag:
    • Significance: Represents India’s presence and achievements in space exploration.
    • Symbolism: The astronaut holding the flag symbolizes national pride and India’s contribution to space missions.
  2. Planets:
    • Significance: Illustrates the broader context of space exploration.
    • Symbolism: Highlights India’s involvement in space research and the study of celestial bodies within our solar system.
  3. Spacecraft:
    • Significance: Represents India’s advancements in space technology.
    • Symbolism: Reflects the development of indigenous spacecraft like satellites, the PSLV, and GSLV.

Space Achievements Highlighted:

  1. Satellites and Launch Vehicles:
    • INSAT System: Multi-purpose domestic satellite system providing telecommunications, broadcasting, meteorology, and disaster warning.
    • IRS System: Space-based remote sensing for agriculture, urban development, and environmental monitoring.
    • SLV, ASLV, PSLV, and GSLV: Various launch vehicles developed to place satellites into different orbits.
  2. Space Missions:
    • OCEANSAT-1: Focused on ocean observation.
    • INSAT-3B: Enhances telecommunications and broadcasting services.
  3. Future Goals:
    • Expansion of INSAT Services: New services including direct-to-home television, tele-education, and mobile communication.
    • Advancements in Remote Sensing: Development of more advanced satellites.
    • Space Science Research: Ongoing research to contribute to global knowledge and technology.

Commemorative Stamp:

  • Design: Likely features an astronaut with the Indian flag, planets, and spacecraft.
  • Purpose: To celebrate India’s achievements in space and its future aspirations.
  • Symbolism: Emphasizes India’s role in global space exploration and its commitment to advancing space technology and research.

This stamp would serve as a tribute to India’s space program and its contributions to humanity’s understanding of space.