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India boasts the largest postal network globally, with a staggering 155,618 post offices spread across the country.
The Indian postal system employs over 566,000 people, making it one of the largest employers in the world.
India is home to the world’s highest post office, situated in the village of Hikkim in the Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, at an altitude of 15,500 feet.
India Post provides services to every corner of the country, including remote and rural areas, ensuring that even the most isolated communities have access to postal services.
Beyond mail delivery, India Post offers a variety of services including banking, insurance, and retail services, contributing significantly to financial inclusion in rural areas.
The East India Company inaugurated its first post office in 1727. By 1774, the General Post Office (GPO) was established in Calcutta.
India Post has embraced modern technology with initiatives like e-post, speed post, and digital services, integrating traditional postal services with contemporary needs.