15 January 2020

COVERPEX 2020, Chennai






National Level Philatelic Exhibition COVERPEX 2020 was unique and innovative  was organized by South Indian Philatelic  Association  (SIPA), with the active support of Department of Post Tamil Nadu Circle, Govt. of India.  It was held  at  Sanandaa Kalyana Mandapam, Madambakkam Main Road, Rajakilpakkam, Chennai 600073   from January  11 – 13, 2020.



Participants from all over the country  participated in this national competitive philatelic exhibition where 326 frames were on display.





Separate Class exhibits like First day covers, Special covers, Private covers, Thematic covers were on display.  Special awards were given for  Youth Exhibits and School Exhibits.



There was good footfalls on all days, as no one has attempted to have an Philatelic Exhibition in this part of the city, which is one of the outskirts hub. Everyone enjoyed the Exhibits.






Seven Dealers have set booths to cater to the Philatelists and there was brisk business.Philatelic counter was set up by the Tambaram Division of India Post and they also sold stamps and philatelic auxiliaries.






Award List 










Jury

Mr Ghouse Ali Zameer & Mr. S K Lakshmanan 

276 Frames for Seniors, 34 for Youth and 13 for School, total 323 frames on Display

10 Vermeil, 30 Silver and 24 Bronze Medals . Awarded


First, Second and Third Prizes for Youth and School apart from Cups for all Youth Exhibitors

- Jagannath Mani, Bangalore

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