Inviting Nominations for the "Driving Digital Strategy (DDS)" Workshop at APPC, Bangkok (03–07 August 2026)

Government of India

Ministry of Communications

Department of Posts

(Training Division)

Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg

New Delhi – 110001

Dated: 30.06.2026

To

1. All Head(s) of Circles
2. Sr. DDG (Vigilance)
3. Sr. DDG (PAF)
4. CGM (Parcel & CSS)
5. CGM (BD)
6. CGM (PLI)
7. GM CEPT
8. Director(s), RAKNPA, Ghaziabad
9. All Deputy Director General(s)
10. Director(s), Postal Training Centres

Subject

Inviting Nominations for the Workshop on "Driving Digital Strategy (DDS)" scheduled to be held from 03 to 07 August 2026 at APPC, Bangkok, Thailand – reg.

1. With reference to communication received from the Asian-Pacific Postal Union (APPU), Bangkok, vide Letter No. 26/23/167 (26)-VS/as dated 27.05.2026 (copy enclosed), nominations are invited for participation in the workshop on "Driving Digital Strategy (DDS)" scheduled to be held from 03 to 07 August 2026 at APPC, Bangkok, Thailand.
2. The workshop aims to equip postal administrations with strategies for digital transformation, digital marketing, e-commerce enablement, innovation in logistics, and cross-border business development.
3. In view of the above, it is requested to forward nomination of one (01) suitable officer, as per the target audience mentioned below and in accordance with the enclosed training nomination format, to this office latest by 10 July 2026.

   Sl. No.	Workshop	Target Audience
   1	Driving Digital Strategy (DDS)	JTS / STS / JAG Cadre

4. Officers should be nominated only after confirming their availability for the entire duration of the scheduled training. Any officer who, after nomination, fails to attend due to personal reasons may be debarred from attending any training programme for one year. Officers nominated shall not be deputed until communication is received from the Training Division, Dak Bhawan.

(D. B. Ghosh)

AD (Training)

This issues with the approval of Competent Authority.

Encl: As above

Copy to: CEPT, Bengaluru for publishing this letter on India Post website for wider publicity.

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ASIAN-PACIFIC POSTAL UNION

Reference: 26/23/167 (26)-VS/as

Date: 27 May 2026

Invitation to attend the in-house workshop on "Driving Digital Strategy" (3–7 August 2026) at the Asian-Pacific Postal College, Bangkok

Dear Sir/Madam,

The Asian-Pacific Postal College will conduct an in-house workshop on "Driving Digital Strategy" from 3 to 7 August 2026. The workshop forms part of the three-week course on "E-Business and Technology" scheduled from 27 July to 14 August 2026 for Postal Managers and Supervisors.

Driving digital strategy in the postal sector is critical to reverse mail revenue declines, capture e-commerce logistics demand, transform Posts into essential digital-government hubs, optimize last-mile delivery, enhance customer experience and foster financial inclusion.

The programme provides a framework to help Posts design effective digital and social media strategies.

Key Focus Areas

• Driving Digital Strategy as a Concept
• Digital Transformation in Postal Sector
• Key Drivers of Digital Strategy in Postal Sector
• Repositioning the Postal Business
• Digital Strategy and Digital Marketing
• Application of Mobile e-Commerce and Q-Commerce
• Innovation in e-Commerce – First Mile, Middle Mile and Last Mile
• Cross Border Business Strategy

Registration is now open.

• Tuition Fee (Self-funded): US$ 750
• Dormitory accommodation on twin-sharing basis without additional charge.

Contact Details

Postal Address

P.O. Box 1

Laksi Post Office

Bangkok 10210

Thailand

Website: www.appu-bureau.org

Telephone: +66 (0)2 573 3831

Fax: +66 (0)2 573 1161

Email: admin@appu-bureau.org

Completed registration forms may be sent to admin@appu-bureau.org.

For further information contact: Mr. Anucha Soonglertsongpha

Course Director

Email: anucha@appu-bureau.org

We look forward to receiving nominations of suitable officials from your country.

Yours faithfully,

Dr. Vinaya P.

Secretary-General

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Format for Nomination and Evaluation for Courses and Workshops – Training in Other Institutes

Part A: To be Filled by Nominated Staff

1. Personal Information
   • Name
   • Designation
   • Department / Division
   • Contact Number
   • Email Address
2. Professional Background
   • Years of Experience in relevant field
   • Brief Description of Current Role and Responsibilities
3. Relevance of the Training Program
   • Training Program / Course
   • How will this training benefit your current role?
   • Specific skills or knowledge you aim to acquire from the program
4. Commitment
   • Availability to attend the full duration of the programme
   • Agreement to participate in Pre- and Post-Programme Assessments / Interviews
5. Endorsement
   • Signature
   • Date

Part B: To be Filled by the Controlling Authority

1. Relevance of Training Program
   • Justification for Nominating the Staff
   • Expected Impact on the Department / Division
2. Endorsement by the Controlling Authority
   • Name
   • Designation
   • Signature
   • Date
3. Recommendation along with cogent reasons

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