Pakistan 1970 4th Anniversary of Tashkent Declaration Overprinted 'BANGLA DESH'

Bangladesh · 1971 · 10 Paisa

This provisional stamp features a 1970 Pakistani definitive overprinted in black with 'BANGLA DESH' in English. The original design commemorates the 4th anniversary of the Tashkent Declaration, showing hands shaking over a document. The overprint signifies the transition of authority during the Bangladesh Liberation War.

Issued in early 1971, these overprints were among the first stamps of the newly declared nation of Bangladesh, created by repurposing existing Pakistani postage during the war for independence.