WTC Mumbai, Maharashtra Postal Circle sign MoU to enhance trade facilitation, global business connectivity

Mumbai: The Maharashtra Postal Circle (DoP) and the World Trade Center (WTC) Mumbai has formalised a landmark MoU to enhance collaboration in trade facilitation, logistics, and global business connectivity.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Dr Vijay Kalantri, Chairman, MVIRDC WTC Mumbai and President, All India Association of Industries (AIAI), and Suchita Joshi, Postmaster General, Navi Mumbai Region.

This strategic partnership aims to leverage India Post’s extensive network and WTC Mumbai’s global outreach to deliver seamless logistics solutions, expand cross-border trade opportunities, and strengthen ease of doing business for Indian enterprises, particularly MSMEs. By integrating postal services with trade promotion, the collaboration seeks to create new avenues for exports and reinforce India’s role in global value chains.

“We are happy to sign this MoU with India Post. WTC Mumbai will actively support and facilitate awareness among the trade and industry fraternity about India Post’s connectivity and services. Together, we will conduct programs to highlight the vital role India Post plays in logistics and trade facilitation,” said Dr Kalantri.

Dr Sudhir Jakhere, Assistant Postmaster General (Mails & BD), also shared valuable insights on India Post’s future initiatives, including the International Business Centre in Mumbai, National Logistics Organization, and Dak Ghar Niryat Kendra.

With a presence in over 70 countries and initiatives to connect even the remotest regions of Maharashtra, India Post is emerging as a key enabler of trade, exports, and inclusive growth.

This collaboration is expected to significantly contribute to India’s global business outreach by combining institutional strengths to drive competitiveness, efficiency, and sustainable economic growth.