Srinagar, Oct. 13 -- In a major step towards improving public convenience, the Lal Chowk Post Office in Srinagar will remain open from 9 am to 9 pm, instead of the existing timings of 9 am to 5 pm.

The extended working hours will enable customers to avail themselves of mail and parcel booking services beyond 5 pm.The initiative is aimed at providing better postal services to shopkeepers, business establishments and tourists visiting Lal Chowk, one of Srinagar's busiest commercial hubs.

Adam Mohiuddin, IPoS, Senior Superintendent of Post Offices, said "Extension of working hours is intended to make postal services more accessible and convenient for people, particularly those unable to visit the post office during regular working hours."...