Postal circle turns to philately to promote Odisha tourism

Bhubaneswar, Oct 12 (UNI) The Odisha Postal Circle has released 10 Permanent Pictorial Cancellations featuring the State's cultural landmarks and tourist destinations for the first time on a single occasion, using philately to promote Odisha's rich heritage and tourism potential. The releases were made by Chief Postmaster General Nirmaljit Singh at a function in Bhubaneswar on October 12 to mark Fun with Philately Day during National Postal Week. The new cancellations feature landmarks in Khordha and Cuttack districts, including Rajarani Temple, Chandaka Elephant Reserve, Mukteswar Temple, Dhauligiri, Netaji's birthplace, Swaraj Ashram, Cuttack Chandi Temple, silver filigree, Barabati Fort and Nandankanan…