Current Affairs - State - Discussion

India Post launched its first drone-based mail and parcel transmission service in Himachal Pradesh on June 12, 2026, connecting Mandi Head Post Office with Rehardhar Branch Post Office. The initiative significantly reduced delivery time from more than two hours through conventional transport to just seven minutes across a mountainous route of about 12 kilometers. The project aims to improve connectivity in remote and difficult-to-access regions while promoting environmentally sustainable transportation. Led by the Ministry of Communications, the service also provides real-time tracking capabilities. Following its successful launch, India Post plans to expand drone-based delivery operations to 150 additional routes, particularly in Himachal Pradesh and Assam.