Author: Bihar Say | Amrita | Shahi Litchi to Makhana: Bihar’s GI Tag Heroes Now Shine on ₹5 Postal Stamps – A Proud Moment for Muzaffarpur Bihar’s Shahi
Shahi Litchi to Makhana: Bihar’s GI Tag Heroes Now Shine on ₹5 Postal Stamps – A Proud Moment for Muzaffarpur
If you’re from Bihar or love stories of regional pride, here’s a refreshing update you should not miss.
India Post has unveiled a set of ₹5 postage stamps featuring four of Bihar’s most iconic GI-tagged products. And they look absolutely stunning.
Leading the spotlight is Muzaffarpur’s globally loved Shahi Litchi, showcased in vibrant red hues, capturing its freshness and flavor in every detail.
This special stamp series pays tribute to four of Bihar’s top GI products:
Bhagalpur’s Zardalu Mango
Mithila’s Makhana
Magadh’s Magahi Paan
Muzaffarpur’s Shahi Litchi
Each stamp uses bold, distinctive colors to reflect the character of the produce. The Zardalu Mango features rich greens, the Makhana glows in pure white, and the Magahi Paan appears in deep green. However, the Shahi Litchi’s bright red cluster has become a true eye-catcher. It not only represents Bihar but also offers a visual delight for stamp collectors and cultural enthusiasts alike.
According to Acharya Chandrakishore Parashar, President of the North Bihar Philatelist Society, this marks the first time in 150 years of Indian postal history that multiple GI-tagged products from a single state have received such recognition simultaneously.
Back in 2023, the Shahi Litchi had already represented Bihar in a mini-sheet of GI fruits released as part of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav. That was significant, but this is an even more prominent leap. Now, Bihar doesn’t just represent — it dominates the GI narrative on postage stamps.
These stamps are currently available at the Muzaffarpur Head Post Office and philatelic bureaus across India. They have already caught the attention of collectors and cultural curators.
But more than that, they act as cultural messengers. Every letter sent with these stamps carries a piece of Bihar’s identity to the world. It is a bold visual statement of the state’s growing legacy in agriculture, sustainability, and traditional excellence.
What India Post has done isn’t just a postal update. It’s a cultural reset. A moment where Bihar’s local excellence gets national honor and global reach. These four products aren’t just economic assets — they’re symbols of heritage, livelihoods, and flavor.
For thousands of farmers, artisans, and local communities, this gesture means recognition. It places them and their work on a prestigious platform and assures them that their stories matter.
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