The Happy New Year 2017 philatelic release by India Post, titled “
Splendours of India,
“ was issued on January 1, 2017. This collection celebrates Indian art, culture, and heritage through a variety of intricate designs.
Key Details of the 2017 Sheetlet
- Theme: Splendours of India / Indian Art & Culture.
- Contents: The sheetlet typically contains 16 different postage stamps.
- Featured Subjects: The stamps highlight various artistic and architectural landmarks, including:
- Ganesh Pol: A famous gate at the Amber Fort in Rajasthan.
- Pashmina: Traditional Kashmiri textile art.
- Chhau Mask: Representing the traditional folk dance of eastern India.
- Pietra Dura: The ornate stone inlay work seen in monuments like the Taj Mahal.
- Format: It was released as both a sheetlet (containing multiple stamps) and a miniature sheet. A special calendar format version of the miniature sheet was also issued.




