The Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), in collaboration with Pakistan Post, launched the World’s Longest Commemorative Postage Stamp and a Souvenir Sheet in honour of the legendary artist, calligrapher and poet Sadequain on his 96th birth anniversary at the National Art Gallery, Islamabad, on 30 June 2026.
The ceremony was attended by government officials, artists, philatelists, cultural personalities and media representatives.
The commemorative stamp celebrates Sadequain’s exceptional contributions to art, calligraphy, literature and Pakistan’s cultural heritage, marking a historic milestone in Pakistan’s philatelic history and a proud moment for Pakistan.
Pakistan Post also issued a First Day Cover (FDC), a Philatelic Leaflet and commemorative cancellation marks. Speakers reaffirmed the importance of preserving and promoting Pakistan’s rich cultural heritage through philately for future generations.
