Pakistan Post has announced plans to modernise post offices across the country. The plan includes automation of 2,761 post offices.

The department also plans to provide Electric Bikes to postmen. The move aims to reduce delivery costs and improve operational efficiency.

The Central Development Working Party has approved the revised PC-I for the automation project. The project will receive financial support from Exim Bank.

According to officials, the total cost of the project will exceed Rs6.29 billion. The project is expected to be completed by December 2029.

Officials described the initiative as an important step toward digital transformation. It is also aimed at improving the long-term sustainability of Pakistan Post.

The automation plan will modernise post offices and improve their operations. It is expected to support better use of digital systems across the department.

Electric Bikes for Postmen

Pakistan Post is also exploring Electric Bikes for its delivery staff. The proposal comes amid financial difficulties faced by the department.

Officials said the department is facing a shortage of funds for fuel. Electric bikes could help reduce fuel expenses and lower delivery costs.

Initial work on the proposal has already started in Punjab. A survey is being conducted to assess postmen’s interest in receiving e-bikes.

The survey is being conducted on the instructions of the postmaster general. It will help determine whether employees are willing to use Electric Bikes for official deliveries.

Under the proposed plan, employees could receive e-bikes through third-party financing. The bikes may be provided through easy instalment plans.

Pakistan Post is also seeking international cooperation for the initiative. The department is approaching the Universal Postal Union for support.

The proposed e-bike plan is part of wider efforts to improve Pakistan Post’s financial position. It also aims to make delivery operations more environmentally friendly.

Automation Project

The automation project will cover 2,761 post offices across Pakistan. The initiative is expected to bring more services into a modern digital system.

The project will be implemented with financial assistance from Exim Bank. Its total estimated cost is more than Rs6.29 billion.

The completion deadline has been set for December 2029. Officials said the project could improve the overall operational structure of Pakistan Post.

Director General Pakistan Post Squadron Leader retired Maqsood Ahmad welcomed the CDWP approval. He described the approval of the revised PC-I as a major milestone.

However, the proposed Electric Bikes programme still requires further approvals. Its final implementation will depend on operational decisions by relevant authorities.

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Officials said both initiatives are designed to modernise Pakistan Post. They also aim to improve financial efficiency and reduce operational expenses.