KATHMANDU, OCTOBER 9
Minister for Communications and Information Technology, Rekha Sharma, has announced that the government plans to implement the 'One Municipality, One Post Office' concept in the current fiscal year as part of the restructuring of the postal service.
Minister Sharma made this statement during a program organized at the General Post Office in Dillibazaar on the occasion of World Post Day today.
The Communication and Information Technology Minister explained that the country's postal service is undergoing restructuring to align with the federal system and integrate it with information technology.
She emphasized that while postal services are essential and widely available throughout the country, operating them in a traditional manner is no longer sufficient. The government's objective is to modernize, enhance reliability, and promote competitiveness within the postal service through comprehensive reforms.
Minister Sharma also expressed the commitment to strengthen collaboration at both the national and international levels to establish Nepal as an active member state in the global postal network. To achieve this, she mentioned plans to enhance technology, physical infrastructure, and the capabilities of postal service employees while fostering coordination with relevant stakeholders.
Krishna Bahadur Raut, Secretary at the Ministry, reiterated the government's commitment to ensuring that the postal service becomes more effective, credible, and technologically advanced in response to the changing times.
Pradip Raj Adhikari, Director-General of the Department of Postal Service, expressed eagerness to expedite the timely restructuring of the postal service, recognizing that traditional methods are no longer sufficient.
The occasion also included the honoring of individuals who have made significant contributions to the postal service and recognition for long-serving employees. This year's theme for World Post Day is "Together for Trust: Collaborating for a Safe and Connected Future.""
