MoF issues Gazette Notification for Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia Coin

The Government of India will issue a commemorative coin of ₹100 to mark the 'Birth Centenary of Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia.' The Ministry of Finance issued the gazette notification on June 04, 2019, confirming the coin.

Vijaya Raje Scindia (12 October 1919 – 25 January 2001), born Lekha Divyeshwari Devi and popularly known as the Rajmata of Gwalior, was a prominent Indian political personality. Inspired by the freedom movement after completing her education, she actively joined the struggle for independence. With a strong belief in educating the girl child and women empowerment, she dedicated herself to these causes.

The metal composition of the ₹100 coin will consist of a Quaternary Alloy, comprising 50% Silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel, and 5% Zinc. The coin will weigh 35 grams and have a diameter of 44 mm, featuring 200 serrations along the edge. The coin's description is as follows.

The obverse side of the coin will feature the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the center, accompanied by the inscription "सत्यमेव जयते" below. On the left periphery, the word “भारत” in Devanagari script, and on the right periphery, the word “INDIA” in English will be inscribed. Additionally, the Rupee symbol “₹” and the denominational value “100” in international numerals will appear below the Lion Capitol.

On the reverse side of the coin, the central focus will be the portrait of Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia, with the inscription "श्रीमती विजया राजे सिंधिया की जन्‍म शताब्‍दी” in Devanagari script. "Birth Centenary of Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia" will be written on the top and lower peripheries of the coin. The years “1919-2019” will be inscribed in international numerals at the bottom of Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia's portrait.

Last year, the government hinted at releasing the commemorative coin through the 12-member National Implementation Committee (NIC), headed by Shri Rajnath Singh. The committee outlined programs and activities for year-long celebrations, commencing from October 11, 2018, to October 11, 2019.

The commemorative coin is expected to be released on 12th October 2019, coinciding with the Birth Anniversary of Smt. Vijaya Raje Scindia.