World Post Day 2025: Local Service, Global Reach
World Post Day 2025 is celebrated on October 9, marking the founding of the Universal Postal Union (UPU) in 1874. With the theme “#PostForPeople: Local Service. Global Reach”, this day honors how postal services quietly power our lives—from delivering letters to remote villages to enabling global e-commerce and financial inclusion. In this guide, explore the history of World Post Day, the evolution of postal systems from ancient empires to the digital age, fun facts and milestones, and 10 simple ways to celebrate at home, school, or in your community—all while appreciating the magic of a stamped envelope in a world of instant messages.