2006 150th Birth Anniversary of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak Proof Coin Set

Issued in 2006 by the Government of India to commemorate the 150th Birth Anniversary of Bal Gangadhar Tilak, this prestigious proof coin set pays tribute to one of the foremost leaders of India's freedom movement. Popularly known as Lokmanya Tilak, he was a nationalist, social reformer, educator, and journalist whose famous declaration, "Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it," became a rallying cry for India's struggle for independence.

The proof set consists of ₹100 and ₹5 commemorative coins, struck by the Mumbai Mint with a brilliant mirror-like finish and frosted design elements. The reverse features a portrait of Bal Gangadhar Tilak along with inscriptions marking his 150th birth anniversary. Issued in limited quantities exclusively for collectors, the set is highly valued for its historical and numismatic significance. It commemorates the life and legacy of a visionary leader whose contributions to nationalism, education, and social awakening helped shape modern India and inspire generations in the pursuit of freedom.