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India Post: the nation’s safety net that still pays the price

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Credit when it's due: ParcelGo respects India Post. India Post is everywhere you are not looking. From the dusty lane in a Himachal village to the glass lobby of a Bangalore logistics park, the Department of Posts (doing business as India Post) is the largest physical public network in the country — and one of the largest in the world. But while it remains a near-ubiquitous delivery and civic service, it also carries a structural burden: running a universal service for 1.4 billion people is expensive, and the books show a public system that is deliberately priced and organised to serve citizens rather than to make a profit. That public service orientation — the Universal Service Obligation (USO) — is both India Post’s moral claim and its fiscal headache. Below I explain how the USO works in practice, how big India Post is, why it loses money per unit of many services, what the government is trying to do about it, and what the future might look like. The scale: an unmatched physi...
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🌟 From Small Beginnings to a Logistics Empire

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  A Real Story of a Woman Who Chose the Right Courier Franchise Partner Starting a business is never easy — especially in the logistics industry. Tight competition, demanding customers, delayed deliveries, unreliable partners… For many, it becomes a dead end. But for Meera , it was a turning point. She began her courier business with limited capital but unlimited determination . She worked long hours, handled customers herself, and never said “no” to a shipment. Yet, despite all efforts, the challenges wouldn’t stop: ✘ Customers wanted faster delivery ✘ Courier partners kept missing deadlines ✘ High costs were destroying margins ✘ Technology support was almost zero She was giving her 100% — but the results were only 10%. Meera knew she needed a better network , a stronger brand , and a system that scales . 🚀 The Game-Changer: ParcelGo Franchise Then, she met ParcelGo — a brand built by logistics experts, trusted by customers worldwide. ✨ With ParcelGo, everythin...
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Dry Ice & Air Freight Solutions: Keeping Your Shipments Frozen, Fresh & Compliant

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In today’s global marketplace, the ability to transport temperature-sensitive products — vaccines, biologics, frozen foods, seafood, diagnostic reagents — reliably, quickly and in full regulatory compliance is more important than ever. At ParcelGo, our Dry Ice & Air Freight service is tailored precisely for this challenge: end-to-end cold-chain shipping using dry ice, backed by compliance, tracking, and logistics expertise. In this post, we’ll dive deep into: What dry ice shipping is, and why it matters Regulatory and safety considerations How ParcelGo executes dry ice shipments (process & services) Use cases & verticals we support Tips to prepare your shipment Why choosing the right logistics partner is critical What is Dry Ice Shipping & Why It Matters Dry ice is solid carbon dioxide (CO₂) at −78.5 °C. Because it sublimates (goes from solid to gas) without a liquid phase, it’s ideal for maintaining extremely low temperatures for long durations...
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How to Retrieve Lost Belongings from Indian Airports: A Step-by-Step Guide

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  Introduction Losing personal belongings at an airport can be a stressful experience. From luggage to electronics, missing items can disrupt your travel plans. Fortunately, Indian airports have dedicated Lost & Found services, and companies like ParcelGo ensure your items reach you safely. This guide will walk you through the process of retrieving lost belongings from major Indian airports. Step 1: Stay Calm and Retrace Your Steps Check where you last had your item—boarding gate, security checkpoint, or airport lounge. Calmly make a mental note of what might have happened; panic can make the process harder. Step 2: Approach the Lost & Found Desk Every major airport in India has a Lost & Found desk. Mumbai Airport: Terminal 1 & 2 desks handle both domestic and international lost items. Delhi Airport: T3 terminal is ideal for international flights. Bengaluru Airport: Terminal 1 has a dedicated desk for lost items. Provide details like ...
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