Indonesia releases a special Ramayana themed stamp to mark 70 years of diplomatic ties with India

Indonesia has recently released a special commemorative stamp on the theme of Ramayana to mark the 70th anniversary of the establishment of its diplomatic ties with India. The stamp is designed by renowned Indonesian sculptor Padmashri Bapak Nyoman Nuarta. It featured a scene from Ramayana in which Jatayu valiantly fought to save Sita, which symbolises the resolve of two peoples in the face of adversity. A specially signed version of the stamp will be on display at the Philately Museum in Jakarta.