The Department of Posts, Government of India, unveiled a special set of commemorative postage stamps celebrating the 150th anniversary of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) on the eve of World Post Day.World Post Day 2024 falls on October 9.

• The stamps were released by Ms. Vandita Kaul, Secretary (Posts), during a ceremony held at Meghdoot Bhawan, New Delhi.
• Senior officers of the Department of Posts were in attendance to honor this milestone, paying tribute to the UPU's lasting legacy and its pivotal role in shaping global postal services.
• Established on October 9, 1874, in Bern, Switzerland, the UPU is a cornerstone of modern postal cooperation, with India being one of its oldest and most active members.
• The UPU has played an integral role in standardizing international postal regulations, ensuring seamless mail exchange among its 192 member countries, and making postal services accessible to all.
• This year's theme is "150 years of enabling communication and empowering peoples across nations", underlining the transformative role of postal services in connecting individuals, businesses, and governments worldwide.