200 Years of Bombay General Post Office
Technical Data
| Date of Issue | December 28, 1994 |
|---|---|
| Denomination | Rs. 6 |
| Quantity | 1,000,000 |
| Perforation | comb 13½ x 13 |
| Printer | Security Printing Press, Nashik |
| Watermark | No Watermark |
| Colors | Multicolor |
| Catalog Codes |
Michel IN 1452 Stamp Number IN 1514 Yvert et Tellier IN 1240A Stanley Gibbons IN 1615 |
| Themes | Anniversaries and Jubilees | Numbers | Post Offices | Postal Services |
Table of Contents
General Post Office of Bombay: A Historical Overview
Establishment:
- 1794: The General Post Office (GPO) of Bombay was established by Mr. Charles Elphinstone, the appointed Postmaster General for Bombay Presidency.
- Before 1794: Bombay had only an agency Post Office created by the East India Company. This agency handled all mail dispatches and deliveries.
Purpose and Significance:
- East India Company’s Initiative: The company was determined to establish effective postal communication to connect principal towns and facilitate better contact with the far-flung regions under its control.
- Improving Communication: The GPO was part of the broader effort to overcome the difficulties of communication across the expansive territories occupied by the East India Company.
Legacy:
- The establishment of the GPO marked a significant step in developing organized postal services in India, enhancing connectivity, and supporting administrative and commercial activities across the region.