2024-12-31 Tue

Parshvanath Bhagwan was the 23rd of the 24 Tirthankaras in Jainism and is recognized as a major propagator and reviver of the faith.

He is particularly known for his teachings on non-violence, truth, non-stealing, and non-possession. Parshvanath attained moksha at Mount Sammed Shikhar in Madhuban, Jharkhand, which is a revered site for Jains.

India Post issued 2 Postage stamps to commemorate the 2900th Janm Kalyanak of Parshvanath Bhagwan and the other to commemorate the 2800th Nirvan Kalyanak of Parshvanath Bhagwan.

Date of Issue: 25th December 2024

Printing: Offset lithography

Face Value: 5 Indian Rupees