Rajshahi: Chief Adviser’s Special Assistant for Posts, Telecom and ICT Faiz Ahmad Taiyeb emphasized the significance of honesty, skills, and technological competence among newly recruited officials as pivotal to the modernization of the Postal Department. He highlighted these points while addressing a virtual session during a four-week induction course at the Bangladesh Postal Academy.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, Taiyeb congratulated the 54 newly appointed Upazila Postmasters, Post Office Inspectors, and Junior Accountants, noting that the integrity, efficiency, and innovative mindset of these young officials are essential in transforming the Postal Department into a modern, fast, and trusted public service institution in the digital era. He stressed the importance of the Address Management System and the Central Logistics Tracking Platform (CLTP), which are expected to enhance last-mile delivery, tracking accuracy, and logistics operations.
Taiyeb elaborated on the Department of Posts’ innovation, CLTP, which will ensure transparency and accountability within the supply chain, government financial operations, and parcel management by enabling real-time tracking of parcel movements across the country. He also highlighted the rapidly expanding responsibilities of the Postal Department in areas such as digital parcel services, online tracking, e-commerce logistics, digital financial services, remittance distribution, and government allowance delivery.
The establishment of a “smart post office” will necessitate the extensive use of technology, financial discipline, cyber security, punctuality, and improved skills in complaint handling, he added. Taiyeb praised the trainees, who hold higher degrees in engineering, agriculture, business administration, and various STEM subjects, indicating that their analytical skills and technological proficiency will significantly contribute to the department’s modernization efforts.
During the session, trainees shared their experiences and insights with the Special Assistant. The event was also attended by senior officials, including the Principal and trainers of the Postal Academy in Rajshahi.