- Union Minister of Communications, Shri Manoj Sinha launched the redesigned Khadi uniform for postmen/postwomen and MTS (Multi Tasking Staff ) in New Delhi on January 29, 2018.
- The uniform for Postmen (both male and female) and MTS cadre was redesigned by Department of Posts in consultation with National Institute of Fashion Technology, Delhi (NIFT).
- As per the recommendation of seventh pay commission, the postmen will be provided Rs. 5,000/- as dress allowance per year.
- Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) under the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises will provide dresses for the postmen from its outlets in each district of the country. The Postmen can purchase dresses from outlets of KVIC from the dress allowances provided to them.
- Why the change: The uniform has been redesigned keeping in view the functionality, comfort and durability of the postmen and postwomen. Khadi being indigenous to our culture and comfortable in all climatic zones of the country was found suitable for the postmen. Apart from this, the new dress will provide a strong brand identity of the Department of Posts as it provides for easy identification of postmen staff. Since the postmen is the face of the postal department, as he delivers letters and parcels to every door. In this perspective, it is important that the uniform he wears, which identifies him with the Department should be such that he stands out.
