The Department of Posts announced on 15 October 2026 that the Pune Postal Region is providing facilities to pack and send Diwali Faral (traditional delicacies) and gift parcels abroad. To assist busy residents, the department has arranged for postmen to collect parcels from homes free of cost. A new booking counter has been opened at the APTMO PUNE Cargo Terminal at Pune Airport, which operates daily from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. These services are available to the citizens of Pune to help them send festive items to relatives and friends worldwide.
Key points
- Free doorstep collection of Faral parcels available until Diwali
- New booking counter at Pune Airport Cargo Terminal open 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily
- Packing services available at G.P.O. Pune City, Chinchwad East, Market Yard, and Parvati
- Contact 7028007223 or 8421372317 between 9:00 AM and 7:00 PM for free pickup
When it applies
Counted from 2026-10-15, dated 15 October 2026.
- inauguration of new booking counter at APTMO PUNE
- free pickup service
- Until Diwali free pickup service
Who it affects
- general public