India Government Mint

Alipore Mint was opened on 1952 by Ministry of Finance. All types of coins and some national award made from here. It is one of the prestigious place situated beside majerhat bridge.

The India Government Mint operates four Mints in the country for the production of coins, kolkata mints is one of them..

India Government Mint, Kolkata was first established in 1757, and was located in a building next to the black hole in the old fort – where the GPO (General Post Office) stands today. It was called the kolkata Mint house.

In the late 1930s foundation work for a new mint was completed at Taratala, close to Alipur and construction was to have completed by early 1942. However WORLD WAR II, brought all construction to a halt. It was completed in early 1950s.

The Alipore Mint was opened by Finance Minister of Government of India Shree C.D DESHMUKH on 19 March 1952. The full operation for the coinage and preparation of medals, decorations and badges started in Alipore Mint from this date. In addition to production of coins for domestic use also produces coins for other nations.

Calcutta mint has no mark under the date of the coin (year of issue). Or it has a 'C' mark. It was unique because it had not chosen any mark because this mint is the first mint in India.

Made by grand architect Mulk Raj Malhotra.

Address: Diamond Harbour Road, New Alipore, Kolkata - 700053 (Near Majerhat Railway Station)

A government of India organisation located just beside majherhat bridge. Opposite to New alipur and very close to Taratala.Buses towards Howrah Khidderpur Babughat and Behala Thakurpukur Amtala on another side available.

It's landmark from way before independence.
India first coin was made under British government.
Still play important role in Indian Economy.
Should be opened for public occasionally.

Heritage of Kolkata. Very well maintained. Only Indian coins are minted here. Only staffs are allowed inside except friday with proper permission.

Kolkata mint has an impressive lsales countor

In the late 1930s foundation work for a new mint was completed at Taratala, close to Alipur and construction was to have completed by early 1942. However WORLD WAR II, brought all construction to a halt. It was completed in early 1950s.

The Alipore Mint was opened by Finance Minister of Government of India Shree C.D DESHMUKH on 19 March 1952. The full operation for the coinage and preparation of medals, decorations and badges started in Alipore Mint from this date. In addition to production of coins for domestic use also produces coins for other nations

It was a very good feelings. The mint was eatablished in 1757. Very good vibes to enter into the mint.

This is one of the oldest Mint in West Bengal, India which produces Indian money for long time. The architecture of the old building is worth to see from outside. High security does allow to go inside the area.

Good place in my life with........ indian government mint . Alipur D H Road Kolkata

This is one of the prestigious place where Indian coin made...
And also made all of the award(Bharat Ratna, Padmashree all Medals)

You need gate pass to enter the premises

The Alipore Mint was opened by Finance Minister of Government of India Shree C.D.Deshkukh on 19 March 1952.In addition to production of coins for domestic use also produces coins for other nations.

Most Iconic and Heritage building. There is a huge ground full of greeneries and flowers in front of the building makes it so beautiful. Trespassers are not allowed inside the mint. This mint produce rupees coins only.

This is one of the most beautiful buildings of Kolkata. Large open spaces with wide green lawns that adds beauty to the building of Raj era. High security area.

The India Government Mint, Kolkata was first established in 1757, and was located in a building next to the Black Hole in the old fort where the GPO (General Post Office) stands
today. It was called the Calcutta Mint and used to produce coins with the mint name Murshidabad . Indian rupee minted at Calcutta mint (1905). Obverse : Profile of Edward VII surrounded by his name. Reverse : Face value, country and date.
CRPF control the security system. Without permission not allow any person.

It is a good industrial place with two big ground and lots of parking area for small and big vehicles.

In the late 1930s foundation work for a new mint was completed at New Alipore and construction was to have completed by early 1942. However World War II brought all construction to a halt. It was completed in early 1950s.
The Alipore Mint was opened by Finance Minister of Government of India Shree C. D. Deshmukh on 19 March 1952.(Collected)

Nice looking.heritage of INDIA..historical place also.....not for public.PROHIBITED AREA!!!you may dropped off at majerhat bus stoppage and on the way to majerhat railway station,you may have a look of this beautiful building!! Sorry from heart for this type of bad pic!!THANKS.

One of the Oldest building.. well maintained... seen the entire process of coin making... as my relative worked here..