Rawalpindi:
World Post Day was observed across the globe, including Pakistan, Thursday.
This year has been described as one of the most challenging for Pakistan Post.
According to Universal Postal Union’s latest report, Pakistan ranks 55. Out of 166 member states in the total performance. During the FY 2024–25, Pakistan Post’s income of RS10 billion accounted for.
A major reason for missing out on the goal was the withdrawal of several projects from the department.
The Punjab Nigehban Ramzan project, which is expected to generate RS1 billion, were canceled, while the revenue from driving and renewing weapons licenses and provincial taxes was also interrupted.
Now most of the organization’s income comes from postal services and collection of tool bills.
Despite the challenges, earnings were RS1 billion higher than the previous year.
Sources said the main reason for financial difference was the lack of digitization, which led to the closure of profitable services such as pension payments and postal savings accounts that previously generated RS10-12 billion in annual commission.
The digitization process remains sluggish due to lack of funds. However, new projects are being started with organizations such as BISP and utilities to increase revenue.
Officials said the department could only regain public confidence and profitability through timely postal delivery, effective complaint management and professional marketing team.
In a press release, Pakistan Post said World Post Day is celebrating the role of the sector in connecting people, communities and economies around the world.
The theme of this year, “Post for People – Local Service, Global Reach”, reflects the sector’s commitment to innovation, inclusion and reliability.
A central ceremony was held in Pakistan Post -Headquarters, Islamabad, where Director -General Samiullah Khan hoisted UPU flag and additional DG (operations) read the UPU message.
Pakistan Post also issued a memorial stamp of dyslexia and became the first postal administration in the world to do so, with the aim of creating awareness and promoting inclusion for people with learning differences.
