Permanent Pictorial Cancellation (PPC) issued by Madikeri Head Post Office, PIN 571201, Kodagu District, Karnataka. The cancellation design depicts the Odi Kathi (ceremonial short sword) and Peechi Kathi (ornamental dagger), traditional weapons of the Kodava community. Introduced on 07 September 1989. Status: Active.
The Odi Kathi and Peechi Kathi are iconic traditional weapons of the Kodava (Coorg) community of Kodagu district, Karnataka. The Odi Kathi is a ceremonial short sword worn by men, while the Peechi Kathi is an ornamental dagger with a decorative handle shaped like a parrot or peacock. Both weapons are integral to Kodava identity, worn during festivals, weddings, and ceremonial occasions. The Kodava people are known for their warrior heritage, and these weapons symbolize their martial traditions and cultural pride. Kodagu (Coorg) is also renowned as one of India's most beautiful hill districts, famous for coffee plantations and spice gardens.
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