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Rajya Sabha Passes "Post Office Bill 2025" to Replace 127-Year-Old Act.

National | Dated: 12 Dec 2025

The Rajya Sabha has passed the "Post Office Bill 2025", which seeks to replace the colonial-era Indian Post Office Act, 1898. The new legislation aims to modernize India Post into a citizen-centric service delivery network. It empowers the government to intercept articles for national security reasons but introduces stricter privacy safeguards compared to the old act.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The bill removes the exclusive privilege of the central government to convey letters, opening the sector to more competition.
  • It authorizes the Director General of Postal Services to frame regulations for services and tariffs.
  • The legislation enables India Post to partner with private players for last-mile delivery and e-commerce logistics.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Bill: Post Office Bill 2025.
  • Replaces: Indian Post Office Act, 1898.
  • Key Feature: Modernization & Interception powers.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

The newly passed "Post Office Bill 2025" replaces which colonial-era act?

Correct Answer: Indian Post Office Act, 1898

🚀 Quick Recap:

About India Post

  • DG Postal Services – Alok Sharma
  • HQ – New Delhi