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25th Anniversary of Operation Shakti-National Technology Day

Commemorative Coins of India2023

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25th Anniversary of Operation Shakti-National Technology Day — Obverse

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Obverse of India Commemorative 25th Anniversary of Operation Shakti-National Technology Day

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Physical specifications

IGM-CC-0057

Metal: Mixed Metals (Proof/UNC)
Weight: Unspecified
Diameter: Unspecified
Shape: Circular
Edge Type: Plain / unlisted
Reference Catalog No.: IGM-CC-0057

Denomination	100 Rupees
Ruler / Issuer	Government of India
Mint	India Government Mint
Rarity	Scarce
Estimated Price Range	₹9,755
Era	Commemorative Coins of India

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Overview & History

Issued to mark the 25th anniversary of Operation Shakti, the historic nuclear tests conducted at Pokhran on May 11, 1998, which is celebrated as National Technology Day. The tests established India as a nuclear weapons state, demonstrating advanced scientific and technological capabilities. This coin honors the scientists and engineers behind the program.