The Golden Jubilee of Kashi Vidyapith (now Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith) was celebrated around 1971–1974, marking 50 years since its founding in 1921 by Babu Shiv Prasad Gupta and Dr. Bhagwan Das. A commemorative postage stamp was issued by India Post in 1971 to mark this milestone.
Significance: Founded on February 10, 1921, during the Non-Cooperation Movement, the institution was inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi as a center for national education.
Commemoration: A 20-paise commemorative stamp was released in 1971, featuring the institution’s emblem, with first-day covers issued to mark the 50th anniversary.
Legacy: The institution was established to promote Indian culture and education, later renamed Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith in 1995.
The 1971 stamp celebrated 50 years of educational service, highlighting its role in the Indian freedom struggle.