Scindia to lead Indian delegation at 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai

New Delhi, Sep 8: Union Minister of Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, will lead India’s delegation to the 28th Universal Postal Congress in Dubai, where the country is set to showcase innovation, financial inclusion, and global collaboration in the postal sector.

A key highlight of India’s participation will be the launch of the UPI-UPU Integration project, a joint initiative of the Department of Posts, NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), and the Universal Postal Union (UPU).

The project will link India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) with the UPU Interconnection Platform, enabling faster, secure, and affordable cross-border remittances for the Indian diaspora.

Scindia is expected to deliver a keynote address outlining India’s vision for a modern and inclusive postal ecosystem, while the Indian delegation will engage with representatives from 192 member countries to promote technology-driven solutions and partnerships.India has also offered its candidature for the Council of Administration and the Postal Operations Council of the UPU, underscoring its commitment to digital transformation, sustainability, and equitable access to postal services. “India is committed to working with the global postal community to build a more connected, inclusive, and sustainable future,” said Vandita Kaul, Secretary, Department of Posts.