Govt launches reform drive to make Pakistan Post financially sustainable

ISLAMABAD: The federal government has initiated a broad reform programme for Pakistan Post aimed at reducing its financial losses and turning the state-run postal service into a self-sustaining and profitable institution, according to a report.

The move comes amid reports of possible privatisation and concerns among employees about potential staff reductions. Under directions from the federal minister for communications, officials are preparing a modern business plan focused on increasing revenue, improving services and strengthening the organisation’s long-term financial position.

The reform effort is also intended to protect Pakistan Post from privatisation by improving its operational efficiency and commercial performance. At the same time, reports about possible privatisation and workforce cuts have triggered unease among employees, with postal unions and the Postal Workers Federation expressing reservations over the proposed changes and calling for greater clarity about the future of the institution and its staff.

Restructuring plan

The central part of the reform strategy is a corporate restructuring programme that will focus on organisational modernisation, workforce optimisation and cost reduction. As part of the process, Pakistan Post plans to hire a professional consultant to carry out a detailed review of the department’s operational and financial structures before proposing a long-term transformation framework.

Pakistan Post Director General Maqsood Ahmed confirmed that the main purpose of the initiative is to modernise the organisation and reinforce its financial base.

The development reflects the government’s stated effort to improve the performance of the national postal system while addressing concerns over its financial viability. Employee representatives, however, have sought transparency as debate continues over the future direction of the department.