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1 min read | Updated on March 15, 2024, 18:22 IST
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Gramin Dak Sevaks (Grant of Financial Upgradation) Scheme 2024 will provide financial benefits to more than 2.56 lakh gramin dak sevaks working in India Post.
Gramin dak sevaks are responsible for delivering mail and other postal services to people in rural areas.
To improve service conditions and remove stagnation in service of gramin dak sevaks, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw on Friday, March 15, unveiled a financial upgradation scheme.
The scheme will provide financial benefits to more than 2.56 lakh gramin dak sevaks employed by India Post, the state-run postal network operator.
"The gramin dak sevaks serve as the backbone of the Department of Posts in rural areas and play a vital role in delivering postal and financial services to the remotest part of our nation," the government said.
Gramin dak sevaks are responsible for delivering mail and other postal services to people in rural areas. They are also involved in different functions such as the sale of stamps and stationery. Their role also includes assisting postmasters and sub-postmasters in managing the smooth functioning of post offices.
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