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Kolkata Mint Opens Bookings for Srila Prabhupada Coin

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The India Government Mint, Kolkata has opened the advanced bookings of ₹125  commemorative coin  issued on   Srila A.C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada .  The booking period for the coin is open from 7th September 2021 to 31st  March 2022.  On September 1, 2021, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released the commemorative coin via video conference to mark the 125th Birth Anniversary of Srila A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of Iskcon. The  commemorative coin  is available in Folder/Blister packaging, priced at ₹3,297/- for the Proof set and ₹3,063/- for the UNC set. These coins can be obtained either at the Mint Premises or through the official website of the India Government Mint. You can find further details and updates in the " Current and Upcoming Bookings " section for your reference and convenience.

PM Modi Releases ₹125 coin on Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada

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The Hon’ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, released a ₹125  commemorative coin  to mark the  125th Birth Anniversary of Srila Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada , via video conference, on September 1, 2021. Union Minister for Culture, Tourism, and Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), Shri G. Kishan Reddy, and other dignitaries were present on this significant occasion. Addressing the gathering, the Prime Minister highlighted the auspicious coincidence of Janmashtami being celebrated the previous day and the 125th Birth Anniversary of Srila Prabhupada Ji being observed on the present occasion. He remarked that it felt like experiencing the joy and fulfillment of spiritual practice together. He also noted that the event was taking place during the celebrations of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, reflecting a moment of collective pride for millions of followers of Srila Prabhupada and Krishna devotees across the world. The Prime Minister spoke of Srila Prabhupada’s unwaveri...

MoF issues Gazette Notification for Srila Prabhupada Coin

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The Government of India will issue a  commemorative coin  of ₹125 to mark the ' 125th Birth Anniversary of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada .' The Ministry of Finance issued the gazette notification on July 19, 2021, confirming the coin. Srila Abhay Charanaravinda Bhaktivedanta Swami, also known as Srila Prabhupada, born Abhay Charan De, was an influential Indian spiritual teacher and the founder-acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (Iskcon), commonly recognized as the "Hare Krishna Movement." The  metal composition  of the ₹125 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. Obverse:  The face of the coin shall bear the Lion Capitol of Ashoka Pillar in the center with the legend "सत्यमेव जयते" inscribed below, flanked on the left periphe...

New Commemorative Coin: A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada

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The Government of India is reportedly planning to issue a ₹125 commemorative coin to mark the 125th Birth Anniversary of A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada, the Founder-Acharya of the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON).  This proposed coin is expected to honor the spiritual luminary whose teachings have had a profound and lasting impact on both Indian and global culture. Born Abhay Charan De and later known as Srila Prabhupada, he established ISKCON, popularly recognized as the "Hare Krishna Movement," which has played a pivotal role in spreading Vedic philosophy, devotional practices, and the principles of Krishna consciousness worldwide. Under his guidance, numerous temples, cultural programs, and educational initiatives were established, inspiring millions of followers across continents. The commemorative coin is expected to feature a portrait of Srila Prabhupada, accompanied by inscriptions reflecting his spiritual legacy. Such a gesture not only...