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 The history of the Indian Post Office dates back to the British colonial era when India was under British rule. Here is a brief overview of the Indian Post Office's history: 1. Colonial Era: The modern postal system in India was introduced by the East India Company in the 18th century. In 1766, the first post office was established in Kolkata (then Calcutta). Initially, the postal services were limited to major cities and were primarily used by the British administration to facilitate communication and administration across their vast territories in India. 2. Expansion and Reforms: In the 19th century, the postal system expanded its reach across different regions of India. In 1837, the Indian Post Office Act was enacted, which established the Indian Post Office as a separate department. The department underwent significant reforms under the leadership of Lord Dalhousie, the Governor-General of India from 1848 to 1856. These reforms aimed to improve postal services and infrastructu