Every year, 29th July is observed as International Tiger Day, a global effort to raise awareness about tiger conservation. This year, India Post marked the occasion with a series of special philatelic releases across various postal circles—each highlighting India’s commitment to protecting its national animal and rich biodiversity.
In this blog, we’ve tried to compile the different philatelic releases made by India Post to commemorate the occasion in 2025. The information has been collected from various social media platforms such as Facebook, WhatsApp, and X (formerly Twitter).
Odisha Postal Circle
Let’s begin with my home state—Odisha. Continuing its tradition from past years, the Odisha Postal Circle once again commemorated International Tiger Day in 2025.
A special cover and pictorial cancellation were released by Shri Nirmaljit Singh, Chief Postmaster General, Odisha Circle, on 29th July 2025.
The event was held at the Postal Recreation Club, Office of the Chief Postmaster General, Bhubaneswar. This release celebrates the tiger as a symbol of ecological balance and underlines the department’s support for environmental causes.
Chhattisgarh Postal Circle
The Chhattisgarh Circle issued a special cancellation on International Tiger Day 2025, with a vibrant cachet to promote tiger conservation and environmental awareness.
This initiative reflects the Indian Postal Department’s commitment to conservation through philately.
Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle
On this day, Dr. Mohan Yadav, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, released tiger-themed picture postcards and special covers at various Tiger Reserves across the state.
Key dignitaries present included:
- Shri Dileep Ahirwar, Minister of State for Forests
- Shri Vineet Mathur, Chief Postmaster General, MP Circle
- Shri Pawan Kumar Dalmia, Director Postal Services (HQ), Bhopal
Special Covers
A set of nine special covers was released by the Department of Posts to commemorate International Tiger Day 2025. As the actual images of the covers and postcards are yet to be received, we are sharing the digital versions released by the Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle on their official social media handle.
Picture Postcards
A set of 11 tiger-themed picture postcards was released by the Department of Posts, Madhya Pradesh Postal Circle on the occasion of International Tiger Day 2025.
Each postcard features a unique design highlighting the majesty of tigers and the importance of their conservation. These were shared digitally through the circle’s official social media channels.
This joint initiative between the Forest and Postal Departments aimed to amplify the message of wildlife conservation using the powerful medium of stamps and covers.
Karnataka Postal Circle
The Karnataka Postal Circle joined the celebration with two special covers released on International Tiger Day 2025:
- One at Kullur (PIN 571127) for Biligiri Rangaswamy Temple Tiger Reserve
- Another at Kulgi Nature Camp for Kali Tiger Reserve
These releases highlighted Karnataka’s rich wildlife heritage and its protected tiger habitats. By choosing these iconic reserve locations, the postal circle emphasized the role of nature camps and temple sanctuaries in biodiversity conservation.
Closing Notes
Through these special covers, pictorial cancellations, and thematic postcards, India Post has once again highlighted its commitment to raising awareness about tiger conservation. Each philatelic release not only celebrates the majestic tiger but also acts as a reminder of our responsibility to protect wildlife and preserve biodiversity.
Most of the details shared here were gathered from public sources and philatelic groups. As a result, some information may be incomplete or subject to updates. We will continue to revise this post as and when authentic images or announcements become available.
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