Department of Posts releases commemorative postage stamp to mark 75 years of Mahindra Group
Devusinh Chauhan, Minister of State for Communications unveiled the stamp at a global virtual event
Chandigarh, December 2, 2021: A special Commemorative Postage Stamp to mark the 75th anniversary of Mahindra Group was released by Devusinh Chauhan, the Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications along with Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group in the presence of officials from the Department of Post and colleagues from the Mahindra Group.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Devusinh Chauhan, Hon’ble Minister of State for Communications said, “Over the last 75 years, the Mahindra Group through its various businesses in farming, automotive, finance, IT & telecommunications has contributed significantly towards the growth and development of our nation. The Government of India under the visionary and dynamic leadership of the Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has taken several initiatives during last 7 years, which have immensely benefited Indian industries and businesses and unleashed their true potential. Among the most notable of them is “Atma Nirbhar Bharat”, which supports homegrown products, industries and businesses. I am happy to state that Mahindra Group is a fine example of Atma Nirbhar Bharat, which is worth emulating and encouraging for all. I can assure you that the support of Modi Government, through its proactive policies, will continue in aforesaid areas. I congratulate the Mahindra Group for their extraordinary and sustained success. I also wish them all the best for their future initiatives.”
Remarking on the Group’s journey, Anand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra Group said, “We at the Mahindra Group are truly honoured to have this commemorative postage stamp issued on our 75th anniversary and are thankful to the Department of Posts and minister for this acknowledgment. Commencing its journey as a steel-trading venture seven decades ago, Mahindra was founded with a vision of being a firm imbued with a national purpose and a new outlook. Since then, Mahindra Group has steadily evolved into a global brand, spanning nations and industries. We are very proud of our legacy and are humbled by the opportunities we have had along the way to contribute to the rise of our nation. As we take the next steps in our journey, we are committed to driving growth and prosperity. I take this opportunity to thank all associates, partners and stakeholders for their contributions in our efforts towards helping people Rise.”
The commemorative stamp design features the founders of the Group- JC and KC Mahindra and is inspired by miniature art and uses a modern graphical style to illustrate the various facets of the Group. A closer look at the stamp reveals the various business and life centric activities of the Mahindra Group. In the release function a First Day Cover (FDC) and an Information Brochure were also unveiled.
The Commemorative Postage Stamp, FDC and Information Brochure would be available for sale at Philatelic Bureaux situated in every corner of the country as well as can be ordered online via e-post office.