(a) whether the Government have decided to release Commemorative Postal Stamp in the honour of late Satish Samanta, an eminent freedom fighter; and
(b) if so, the time by which it is likely to be released?
(a) whether the Government have decided to release Commemorative Postal Stamp in the honour of late Satish Samanta, an eminent freedom fighter; and
(b) if so, the time by which it is likely to be released?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS (SHRI TAPEN SIKDAR)
(a) Yes, Sir.
(b) The proposal for release of a commemorative postage stamp on late Satish Samanta has been approved for issue in the year 2001. The Department is taking necessary follow up action in the matter.