**Executive Summary**
The Department of Posts held a Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Sammelan in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on February 24, 2026. Union Minister of Communications Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia and Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh Shri Mohan Yadav, attended the event. The Sammelan aimed to recognise and celebrate the contributions of Gramin Dak Sevaks in strengthening last-mile service delivery in rural India.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Event Overview:**
* A grand Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Sammelan was organised by the Department of Posts at Kartik Mela Ground, Ujjain.
* The event recognised the invaluable contribution of Gramin Dak Sevaks towards strengthening last-mile service delivery in rural India.
* More than 7,000 Gramin Dak Sevaks from across Madhya Pradesh participated.
* **Speeches and Recognitions:**
* Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia described Gramin Dak Sevaks as members of his extended family and called for ushering in a new wave of transformation in the Department of Posts.
* Shri Scindia highlighted the deep engagement of Gramin Dak Sevaks with citizens and recognised them as true ambassadors of last-mile service delivery.
* Ten Gramin Dak Sevaks were felicitated for their outstanding contribution and exemplary performance.
* Chief Minister Shri Mohan Yadav stated the importance of the Department of Posts for connecting people.
* **Government Commitment:**
* The Sammelan marks an important step towards strengthening the morale of Gramin Dak Sevaks and further enhancing the effectiveness of postal services in rural India.
* The Government reaffirms its commitment to empowering India Post as a key pillar of inclusive growth and citizen-centric service delivery.
**Impact Analysis**
**Gramin Dak Sevaks**
* **Impact:** Their contributions are recognised and celebrated, which can boost morale and motivation. The Sammelan highlights their importance in rural communication and service delivery.
* **Action Required:** Continue performing their duties effectively and embracing the new wave of transformation within the Department of Posts.
**Department of Posts**
* **Impact:** The Department of Posts is positioned as a key pillar of inclusive growth and citizen-centric service delivery.
* **Action Required:** Continue to implement reforms to enhance effectiveness of postal services in rural India.
Key Entities Referenced
Gramin Dak Sevak: Postal service provider in rural India
Department of Posts: The government department responsible for postal services in India
Ministry of Communications: The ministry responsible for the Department of Posts
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: Location of the Gramin Dak Sevak Sammelan
Ministry of Communications
Union Minister of Communications Shri
Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Addresses Gramin Dak
Sevak Sammelan in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh
Posted On: 24 FEB 2026 9:27PM by PIB Delhi
The Department of Posts organised a grand Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) Sammelan at the Kartik Mela
Ground, Ujjain, in the distinguished presence of Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister of
Communications and DoNER and Shri Mohan Yadav, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, marking a
significant occasion to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contribution of Gramin Dak Sevaks towards
strengthening last-mile service delivery in rural India. More than 7,000 Gramin Dak Sevaks from across
the State participated in the Sammelan.
(Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia presenting a sapling to Chief Minister Shri Mohan
Yadav; and a large gathering at the Gramin Dak Sevak Sammelan in Ujjain.)
The Sammelan was organised to honour the dedication and services of Gramin Dak Sevaks, who play a
pivotal role in strengthening communication, postal, banking and insurance services across rural and
remote areas. Addressing the gathering, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia described the Gramin Dak Sevaks as
members of his extended family and, invoking the Prime Minister’s mantra of Reform, Perform and
Transform, called for ushering in a new wave of transformation in the Department of Posts.
Highlighting the grassroots connect of Gramin Dak Sevaks, the Union Minister stated that a Gramin Dak
Sevak knows every household and understands the pulse of the community. He lauded their deep
engagement with citizens and recognised them as the true ambassadors of last-mile service delivery.(“When my Gramin Dak Sevaks walks, India walks; when my Gramin Dak Sevaks progresses, India
progresses,” said Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia)
During the Sammelan, Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia felicitated 10 Gramin Dak Sevaks for their
outstanding contribution and exemplary performance in strengthening last-mile postal and financial
service delivery in rural areas. The recognitions highlighted their dedication, commitment and role as the
backbone of India Post’s rural network.
(Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia felicitating Gramin Dak Sevaks for outstanding
service)
In his address, the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Mohan Yadav, remarked that without the
Department of Posts, it would not have been possible for people to share their joys and sorrows with one
another across distances. Drawing an analogy with Lord Hanuman, he stated that the strength and
potential of the Department of Posts have been awakened under the leadership of the Hon’ble Minister
Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia.
The programme was also attended by Ms. Savitri Thakur, Union Minister of State for Women and Child
Development; Shri Tulsiram Silawat, Minister of Water Resources, Government of Madhya Pradesh,
Shri Balyogi Umesh Nath Ji Maharaj, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha); Shri Anil Firojiya,
Member of Parliament, Ujjain, Shri Shankar Lalwani, Member of Parliament, Indore; along with Shri Su
vendu Kumar Swain Member, Postal Services Board and Shri Vineet Mathur, Chief Postmaster General,
Madhya Pradesh Circle and other senior officers from the Department of Posts.The Sammelan marks an important step towards strengthening the morale of Gramin Dak Sevaks and
further enhancing the effectiveness of postal services in rural India, reaffirming the Government’s
commitment to empowering India Post as a key pillar of inclusive growth and citizen-centric service
delivery.
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— Jyotiraditya M. Scindia (@JM_Scindia) February 24, 2026
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