What Growth Target Has the Government Set for India Post?

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Key Takeaways
- The government targets 20-30% growth for India Post by FY 2025-26.
- Focus on transforming India Post into a profit center.
- Emphasis on innovation, accountability, and performance metrics.
- Launch of Dak Samvaad to enhance internal communication.
- Integration of logistics and financial services in its operations.
New Delhi, July 15 (NationPress) The government has established an ambitious growth target of 20 to 30 percent for India Post for FY 2025-26 across various circles, stated Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia on Tuesday.
The aim is to reshape India Post into a sustainable profit center for the Government of India, while still honoring its social responsibilities. Scindia commended India Post for adopting a corporate-style framework that emphasizes performance metrics, innovation, and accountability.
“India Post serves as a vital link connecting the most remote areas of our nation. I am proud to witness the energy, dedication, and innovative ideas from every region of the country,” remarked the minister.
During India Post's ‘Annual Business Meet 2025–26’ held here, the minister stressed the necessity of nurturing a professional, service-oriented culture to enable India Post to compete effectively in logistics and financial services while maintaining its public service commitment.
This strategic meeting convened Heads of Circles nationwide to discuss the roadmap for India Post’s business transformation and its evolving role as a premier logistics and citizen-centric service provider.
The minister also launched Dak Samvaad, a new monthly e-newsletter, aimed at enhancing internal communication and knowledge sharing.
This newsletter will showcase the innovations, business insights, and field success stories of India Post employees, along with the unwavering trust of the communities they serve.
During the meeting, all Circle Heads presented their business performance, regional initiatives, challenges, and strategies for accelerating growth.
These presentations highlighted vibrant grassroots efforts to strengthen India Post's banking, e-commerce, logistics, and public service delivery capabilities while aligning with national priorities.
Scindia engaged actively with the delegates, attentively considering their goals, challenges, and advancements in each sector.
In his address, he reaffirmed the essential role that India Post plays in fostering inclusive growth and bridging the divide between rural and urban areas through robust logistics, financial inclusion, and digital connectivity.