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Kolkata Mint Commences Bookings for Somnath Temple Coin Sets

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The India Government Mint, Kolkata, has commenced the bookings for the ₹75  commemorative coin  issued to mark the  75 Years of Somnath Temple Restoration . The bookings are open from May 11, 2026, and it is subject to limited availability. Earlier today, the Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, released the ₹75 commemorative coin and postal stamp marking the occasion while participating in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav at Veraval in Gujarat. The Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Harsh Sanghavi, along with other ministers and distinguished dignitaries, were also present on the occasion. The ₹75 coin is currently available in a Proof Set, packaged in a Folder priced at ₹16,018. It remains to be seen whether the Kolkata Mint will also release UNC Sets in similar packaging. It is to be noted that the above pricing is the initial issue price and is subject to revision. However, owing to significant fluctuations in silv...

PM Modi Releases ₹75 Coin at Somnath Amrut Mahotsav

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The Hon'ble Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, released the ₹75 commemorative coin and postal stamp marking 75 Years of Somnath Temple Restoration while participating in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav at Veraval in Gujarat today, on May 11, 2026. The Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Bhupendra Patel, Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Harsh Sanghavi, along with other ministers and distinguished dignitaries, were also present on the occasion. Addressing the gathering, Shri Narendra Modi described the occasion as a symbol of India’s eternal consciousness and civilizational resilience rather than merely a ceremonial event. He said the celebrations reflected the spirit of Somnath through vedic chants, cultural performances, and devotion. Recalling his personal connection with Somnath Temple, Shri Modi said he had visited the shrine countless times as a devotee and described the occasion as a journey through history. Referring to the recent Somnath Swabhiman Parv and the completion of ...

PM Modi to Release ₹75 Commemorative Coin on Somnath Temple

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The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, will release a ₹75 commemorative coin and a postal stamp dedicated to Somnath Temple while participating in the Somnath Amrut Mahotsav during his forthcoming visit to Somnath on May 11, 2026. Somnath Amrut Mahotsav marks 75 years since the inauguration of the restored Somnath Temple. The celebration commemorates the rich spiritual, cultural, and historical legacy associated with one of the most revered Jyotirlingas of Lord Shiva. It reflects the enduring spirit of faith, resilience, and national pride linked to the temple’s reconstruction and revival. The occasion also highlights India’s civilisational heritage and the importance of preserving ancient traditions for future generations. As part of the celebrations, the Prime Minister will participate in a series of auspicious religious and cultural events. He will take part in the Vishesh Maha Puja, followed by the Kumbhabhishek and Dhvajarohan ceremonies, marking the consecration rituals and th...

New Commemorative Coin: Somnath Swabhiman Parv

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The Government of India will issue a ₹75  commemorative coin   to mark 1,000 years of unbroken faith associated with the sacred Somnath Temple . The Ministry of Finance issued a gazette notification on May 8, 2026, confirming this coin. Somnath Swabhiman Parv is observed as an expression of national pride, cultural continuity, and civilizational self-confidence associated with the historic reconstruction of the sacred Somnath Temple. The observance commemorates two important milestones connected with the shrine—the completion of 1,000 years since the first recorded attack on the temple in 1026 CE and 75 years since its reopening in 1951 following reconstruction in independent India. The  metal composition  of the ₹75 coin will consist of Pure Silver (99.9%). The coin will weigh 40 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 As...