Karachi, 16 August 2022 (TDI): The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) released a commemorative banknote worth Rs. 75 to mark the 75th Independence Anniversary of Pakistan.
1/2 #SBP unveils the design of Rs.75 commemorative banknote being issued on 75th anniversary of the country’s independence. The note will be available for public issuance from 30th September 2022.
For details: https://t.co/ZvCNGKxSjV pic.twitter.com/qweDbs28g7— SBP (@StateBank_Pak) August 14, 2022
Murtaza Syed, Acting Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan, unveiled the design of the banknote at a celebrations ceremony in the SBP Museum. In a tweet, the State Bank shared that the note will be available for public issuance from 30th September 2022.
The banknote is printed in white and green colours. Moreover, it has portraits of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Allama Iqbal, Sir Syed Ahmed Khan, and Fatima Jinnah. The portraits reflect and acknowledge the contribution of the leaders in the Pakistan movement.
Furthermore, on the back side, the note has pictures of the Markhor and Deodar, the National Animal and tree of Pakistan. Their images highlight Pakistan’s focus on achieving a sustainable environment and protecting flora and fauna.
The Rs. 75 note is the second commemorative note that the State Bank of Pakistan has issued. Previously, in 1997, the bank issued a 5 Rupee note to commemorate the Golden Jubilee of Pakistan’s Independence. It was purple in color and had a portrait of Quaid-e-Azam on it.
Commemorative Stamps
Additionally, the Pakistan Post issued two commemorative postage stamps and a souvenir sheet on the 14th of August to mark the auspicious occasion of Pakistan’s Diamond Jubilee.
Happy #75YearsofAzaadi
Don’t forget to grab your copy of the limited edition commemorative postage stamps issued to celebrate the occasion. @UPU_UN @GovtofPakistan @CMShehbaz @AsadMahmoodJUI @RanaHasanA_ pic.twitter.com/Lu96Jsg8CC— Pakistan Post (@PakPostOffice) August 13, 2022
One stamp signifies the diverse and rich Pakistani culture along with the historical monuments of the state. Whereas, the other commemorative stamp reflects the professionals who work for the country’s prosperity and the natural sites (landscapes) of the country.
Moreover, it also pays tribute to Pakistan Army, which is the 7th largest in the world.
Maulana Asad Mehmood, Federal Minister for Communications and Postal Services announced the issuance of commemorative stamps, last Friday. According to the Pakistan Post, the two stamps will be Rs. 20 each, and the souvenir sheet will be of Rs. 75.
