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The Hindu
22-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Advanced postal tech rolled out
In an effort to enhance postal services, the Telangana Postal Circle rolled out the Advanced Postal Technology (APT) 2.0 Project across all 5,727 post offices in the State. According to a press release, the network includes 32 Head Post Offices, 689 Sub Post Offices and 5,006 Branch Post Offices. P.V.S. Reddy, Chief Postmaster General of Telangana Circle, participated in the formal rollout of the initiative at the Hyderabad General Post Office. The project seeks to integrate digital tools for faster, more transparent and doorstep-enabled services. The upgraded IT infrastructure supports four service channels — across-the-counter services, doorstep delivery by postmen and Grameen Dak Sevaks, online platforms and authorised franchise outlets.
The Hindu
05-07-2025
- General
- The Hindu
Allow unhindered access to postal staff: GHMC Commissioner to RWAs and gated communities
The neighbourhood postman, who was the most welcome visitor once upon a time, is facing accessibility issues in the era of gated communities and secluded townships. The issue was highlighted by the office of the Post Master General of the Telangana Circle to the Commissioner of the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Commissioner, who urged him to take action for unhindered access for the postmen to the urban citadels. Postmen and delivery staff in the GHMC area are facing difficulty in giving door delivery of letters, and documents such as passports, driving licences, Aadhaar cards, and domestic and international parcels from e-Commerce, institutions and retail channels in gated communities, high-rise apartments, and multi-storeyed buildings. This situation is resulting in increased public grievances. Denial of access by the security personnel, restrictions from using passenger lifts, and lack of designated parking space were a few issues which are resulting in delays in delivery, it was revealed. Responding to this, the GHMC Commissioner has issued instructions to the Zonal Commissioners and Deputy Commissioners to scrupulously ensure hassle-free delivery channel for the postal department personnel. The instructions mandate that the Resident Welfare Associations (RWA) should allow unrestricted access to postmen for doorstep delivery. Use of passenger lifts must be permitted without any discrimination. Safe and designated parking spaces must be provided for delivery vehicles, and the RWAs must install and maintain approved letter boxes as mandated under the Post Office Act, 2023. The Department of Posts, through a press release, said that all the postmen and delivery staff are trained to door deliver letters and parcels using mobile phones and update GPS coordinates for delivery confirmation. It also urged that the addressees, in case of their non-availability, to provide written authorisation to the postmen for future deliveries to their authorised representatives. In case of any delivery related issues, residents may locate their correct delivery Pincode using the 'Know Your Pincode' service and reach out directly to the postmaster concerned. They can also use other public grievance channels such as the online portal ' toll-free helpline 18002666868, or official social media platforms of India Post.
The Hindu
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Charminar-themed stamp presented to Miss World 2025 contestants in Hyderabad
The Department of Posts, Telangana Circle, on Monday, presented a customised 'My Stamp' sheets featuring the Charminar to Miss World 2025, Opal Suchata Chuangsri of Thailand, and 19 other international contestants at an event held at a hotel in Hyderabad on Monday (June 2, 2025). My Stamp is a personalised postage stamp initiative by India Post that allows individuals and institutions to feature their photographs, logos or images alongside themed designs. The Charminar-themed stamp, specially curated for the occasion, highlights Hyderabad's architectural legacy and historical charm. The stamps were handed over by Chief Postmaster General of Telangana Circle P.V.S. Reddy in the presence of Rippan Dullet, Director of Postal Services (HQ) and other senior officials from the postal circle. Ms. Chuangsri expressed appreciation for the initiative, lauding India Post's efforts in preserving cultural heritage through creative outreach. 'It is inspiring to see how tradition and innovation come together in such a beautiful way,' she said, praising the department for its unique approach to global cultural representation. Miss Wales Millie Mae Adams took to social media to share her excitement, calling it an incredible honour to receive the personalised stamp. Her caption, 'Telangana, where dreams are crowned', reflected the warmth and cultural grandeur she experienced during her visit. Each sheet of My Stamp, priced at ₹300, contains 12 stamps and is available for purchase at the Hyderabad General Post Office (GPO), as per a press release.
