Special Cover - KTK/006/2022 - Sri Vadiraja Theertharu.
SRI VADIRAJA THEERTHA (1480-1600 AD), a luminary in the Dwaita Siddhanta, occupies an exalted position in the Haridasa Parampare. Universally heralded as a great saint, he was not only a renowned scholar but an outstanding writer, poet, traveller, musician and a mystic. His composition "Yuktimallika" is considered as a literary masterpiece. He also toured the entire country twice and has documented all the pilgrimage centers and their greatness in a travelogue called "Theertha Prabhandha". As a pontiff of Sodhe Mutt, he established the Paryaya system of worship. His phenomenal contribution to the world of music, philosophy, spirituality and devotional literature in Sanskrit and Kannada is a standing testament to his genius and his matchless legacy.
Chamarajanagar Turmeric : 8 February 2022 : Nanjangud
2. Special Cover - KTK/013/2022 - Chamarajanagar Turmeric (ODOP).
Turmeric (Curcuma Longa) is the main spice crop of Chamarajanagar District. Chamarajanagar District falls under southern dry agro climate zone-tv of Karnataka. 'Chamarajanagar Local' a variety of Turmeric which is having more curcumin content acts as Anti-inflammatory and Strong Antioxidant. Turmeric has been declared as the main crop of Chamarajanagar District under 'One District One Product' scheme.
Nugu Dam : 8 February 2022 : Nanjangud
3. Special Cover – KTK/011/2022 – Nugu Dam.
Nugu Dam is located in Beervalu village, Saragur in H D Kote Taluk in H D Kote taluk of Mysuru District. The dam is constructed across river Nugu in Cauvery basin. The Major portion of water of this reservoir is supplied to Nanjangud Taluk. The reservoir was built to serve the purpose of irrigation and hydroelectricity generation. The construction of the dam was started in the year 1956-57 and was completed in the year 1959. The dam was built under the supervision of Sir M Visvesvaraya. Nugu Lift Irrigation project was taken up in the year 2019-20.
Navalgund Durries : 26 January 2022 : Dharwad
GI Tag Special Cover - KTK-007-2022 - Navalgund Durries
Navalgund Durries, a traditional carpet made out of Cotton are Geographically Tagged in India. (GI Tag No. 61). These are available in Geometric and Peacock designs in three categories. Dumas are normally woven on horizontal ground loom whereas only these Navalgund Durries are hand woven on primitive vertical loom. Considering the legacy of Design, quality and color, GI Tag has been granted under Handicraft category.
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