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This is a Special cancellation issued by Thrissur Head Post Office, Thrissur, Kerala, PIN 680001, dated 1 July 2025, to commemorate National Doctor's Day. The cancellation design features a stethoscope and caduceus (medical symbol), with bilingual text in Hindi and English. The cancellation is applied on an Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav commemorative post card bearing a 50 paise Atal Bihari Vajpayee imprint stamp.
National Doctor's Day is observed on 1 July every year in India to honour the contributions of doctors and medical professionals to public health. The date marks the birth and death anniversary of Dr. Bidhan Chandra Roy (1 July 1882 – 1 July 1962), a renowned physician, freedom fighter, and the second Chief Minister of West Bengal. Dr. Roy was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in 1961. He played a key role in establishing institutions such as the Indian Medical Association and the Medical Council of India. India Post issued this Special cancellation from Thrissur Head Post Office, Kerala, on 1 July 2025 to mark the occasion and recognise the medical community's service to society.
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