Revolutionizing Mail: Drones Take Flight in Arunachal Pradesh
The Department of Posts in India is testing the use of drones for mail delivery in Arunachal Pradesh. This initiative aims to significantly cut delivery times and enhance reliability in difficult terrains. Success in the proof of concept phase will lead to broader drone use in other challenging areas.
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The Department of Posts in India is pioneering a groundbreaking initiative by utilizing drones for mail transportation across Arunachal Pradesh's challenging terrain, according to a government announcement on Tuesday.
This cutting-edge pilot program, in collaboration with SKYE AIR Mobility, began on October 21, 2024. It involves delivering mail via drones between Chowkham and Wakro post offices, significantly reducing delivery times from the conventional 2-2.5 hours to a swift 22-24 minutes.
With drones providing environment-friendly, reliable, and real-time tracked mail services, the Department aims to expand this technology to other mountainous regions following successful trials. The move promises to enhance mail delivery, particularly in hard-to-reach areas.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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