Multan: The World Post Day was celebrated at the General Post Office (GPO) Multan on Friday, highlighting the historical significance of postal services, their role in connecting communities and their continued relevance in the digital age.
The ceremony was attended by Postmaster General South Punjab Abid Mahmood, Assistant Postmaster General South Punjab Mukhtar Ahmed, Chief Postmaster GPO Multan Hira Aziz Mazari, columnist and author Shakir Hussain Shakir, social figure Professor Azam Hussain, President Nazria Pakistan Trust Professor Dr Hamid Raza Siddiqui, Women Chamber of Commerce member Tahira Najam, Women University Multan Treasurer Deeba Shehwar, Regional Director Postal Life Insurance Company Abuzar Gilani, and other officials and social representatives.
During the ceremony, Postmaster General South Punjab Abid Mahmood and Assistant Postmaster General Mukhtar Ahmed read out a message from the Director General of Pakistan Post, highlighting the theme ‘One Postal Network, Infinite Possibilities.’
The message stated that the postal system extended beyond the delivery of letters and parcels, serving as a vital network for global cooperation, trust and communication. It noted that more than 660,000 post offices and 4.6 million postal employees worldwide continued to connect people, support businesses and facilitate access to essential services through digital technology and international partnerships.
Addressing the ceremony, Chief Postmaster GPO Multan Hira Aziz Mazari said Pakistan Post had a longstanding tradition of public service and continued to adapt to changing communication needs. She appreciated postal employees for delivering entrusted items with honesty and dedication.
She also highlighted the department’s contribution to education through the delivery of educational materials to Allama Iqbal Open University students and university degrees. She said commemorative postage stamps also helped preserve cultural heritage and recognise prominent national and international personalities and landmarks.
Columnist and author Shakir Hussain Shakir recalled the emotional and cultural significance of letter writing, saying that postal services had long connected people and carried their memories and feelings. He noted that modern communication technologies had reduced the tradition of letter writing among younger generations, but post offices retained their historical value.
Professor Azam Hussain described the postal system as an important part of Pakistan’s cultural heritage, observing that advances in communication technology had introduced facilities such as SMS, email and video calls. He stressed the importance of using technology positively while appreciating postal employees for their dedicated public service.
Tahira Najam praised postal workers for delivering letters and parcels despite challenging weather and working conditions, saying their commitment played an important role in maintaining public trust.
Professor Dr Hamid Raza Siddiqui said postal services had evolved over time but remained relevant to national and social life. He stressed the need to modernise the department while preserving its traditions and historical significance.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates were distributed among students who participated in a letter-writing competition organised by Women University Multan in connection with World Post Day. Certificates were also awarded to postmasters in recognition of their outstanding performance.