Mumbai, 7 May 2026

 

Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, will be on an official visit to Maharashtra on 8 and 9 May, 2026. The visit will include key engagements relating to the Department of Posts as well as participation in prominent academic and public events in Mumbai and Pune.

On 8 May, 2026, the Union Minister will inaugurate the Andheri Railway Station Sub Post Office in Mumbai along with the Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Devendra Fadnavis. The initiative reflects the continued efforts of the Department of Posts towards expanding citizen-centric postal infrastructure and enhancing accessibility of services in high-footfall urban centres.

On 9 May, 2026, Minister Scindia will travel to Pune to attend the Convocation Ceremony of Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth as Chief Guest. The event will bring together graduating students, faculty members and distinguished guests from across academic and professional spheres. Later in the evening, he will attend the Punyabhushan Award Ceremony in Pune. The ceremony honours distinguished individuals for their outstanding contributions in diverse fields and remains one of the city’s noted public events.

The visit underscores the Government’s continued emphasis on strengthening public service delivery, encouraging academic excellence and engaging with institutions of national and regional importance.

 

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