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October 9. World Post Day. 'World Post Day' is one of the oldest of any day for celebration. The Universal Postal Organization was established on October 9, 1874 in Bern, Switzerland. The establishment of this organization with representatives from 22 countries in Europe at first led to a global revolution in information exchange and field. Hand-written letters, documents, circulars, communication systems started a revolutionary process. After almost a hundred years, in 1969, the grand conference of the 16th session of the Universal Postal Organization was held in Tokyo, Japan. Anand Mohan, a member of the Indian delegation at this international postal conference, raised the proposal to observe the World Postal Day. As the day, he chose the day of the establishment of the Universal Postal Organization on October 9. Vishwadak leaders present agreed on this proposal.
Bangladesh became a member of the Universal Postal Union in February 1973. Since then, the day has been celebrated with great importance every year.
World Post Day can be celebrated by all, regardless of gender, to recognize the importance of postal services and the contribution of postal workers. However, celebrating Women's Day can do something extra based on specific gender preferences.
What Woman's and Man's can do to celebrate The day...
Send letters or cards
Send handwritten letters or cards to friends or family members. Receiving a physical letter can be a heartwarming experience in today's digital age.
Assist postal workers
Express gratitude to postal workers by saying thank you or giving a small token of appreciation, such as a thank-you card or a treat.
Learn about postal history
Take some time to learn about the history and evolution of the postal service in your country and around the world. Explore how postal services have affected communication and trade.
Visit a postal museum
If you have one in your area, visit a postal museum to learn more about the history and significance of the postal service.
Support postal services
Visit your local post office to drop off a package or mail if you have the chance, or consider purchasing stamps or philatelic items as a way to support the postal services.
Engage in postal-themed activities
Participate in postal-themed activities—such as collecting stamps, making crafts with stamps, or writing letters to pen pals.
Share postal stories
Share your own postal experiences and stories with others, especially the younger generation who have not had much exposure to traditional mail services.
Promote Philately
If you have an interest in philately (stamp collecting), consider sharing your collection or skills with others or joining a local stamp club.
Educate others
Importance of postal service to connect people should be understood. Raise awareness of their role in trade facilitation
Support philanthropic initiatives
Some postal services operate charitable initiatives or programs to help those in need. Consider supporting such initiatives. You can volunteer yourself to help the less privileged.
Connect with Pen Pals
If you have a pen pal or friends in a faraway place, use this opportunity to write them a letter or package and send them.
Stay connected on social media
To spread awareness about World Postal Day, share postal information or stories and use social media platforms to express gratitude for postal workers.
Explore postal art and literature
Discover postal-themed art, literature and poetry that celebrates the postal service's role in connecting people and cultures.
Learn about the International Postal Union
Learn about the Universal Postal Union (UPU). The organization is the specialized agency of the United Nations that coordinates international postal services. Understand its role and mission.
Encourage handwritten notes
Encourage others to write handwritten notes and letters as a meaningful way to connect with loved ones.
Incidentally, World Postal Day is an occasion to celebrate the rich history and continued importance of the postal service in our lives. It is an opportunity to express gratitude to postal workers who play a vital role in connecting people and communities around the world.
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