The Department of Posts, Goa Postal Division, held a vibrant curtain raiser ceremony at Tapal Bhavan, Panaji, setting the stage for GOAPEX 2025, the upcoming district-level philatelic exhibition. Scheduled to be held on 28th and 29th November 2025 at the Institute of Menezes Braganza, Panaji, the event promises to celebrate Goa’s rich cultural heritage through the lens of philately.
The event’s highlight was the official unveiling of the GOAPEX 2025 logo by Ramesh P. Patil, Director, Postal Services, Goa Region, who was the Chief Guest for the occasion. The logo, themed around “Goa – Gateway of Culture”, reflects the state’s vibrant traditions and its historical role as a cultural crossroads.
In his address, Mr. Patil emphasized the enduring educational value of philately, particularly in shaping young minds through knowledge, creativity, and cultural pride. He encouraged philatelists of all ages to actively participate in the exhibition, highlighting the platform as a celebration of both history and imagination.
Adding to the moment of pride, Stuti Laxmikant Naik, a Class 7 student from Shree Mahalasa Narayani High School in Verna, was felicitated for designing the winning logo. Her creative work was selected through a competition organized by the Department.
The department also released the Prospectus of GOAPEX 2025, outlining participation guidelines, exhibit categories, and event highlights. Additionally, the first GOAPEX Bulletin was unveiled—an exclusive collector’s edition that includes a Logo Postcard (Mint) and a World Tourism Day Picture Postcard (Cancelled). Priced at Rs. 350, the Bulletin will be available at the Panaji Head Post Office.
The ceremony was attended by philatelists, students, and postal staff, including Anurag Nikhare, Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, Goa Division, and Aslesh Kamat, President of the Goa Philately and Numismatics Society.
GOAPEX 2025 is set to be more than an exhibition—it will be a cultural homage through stamps, narratives, and youth creativity. Stay tuned as Panaji becomes the hub of philatelic passion this November.
