Department of Posts signs Agreement with Stock Holding Services Limited

The Department of Posts (DoP), Ministry of Communications, Government of India, signed an agreement with Stock Holding Services Limited (SSL) on 27 January 2026 at Dak Bhawan, New Delhi, to promote access to regulated capital market services for citizens across the country. With its extensive nationwide network of more than 1.65 lakh post offices, including a strong presence in rural and remote areas, India Post plays a significant role in extending financial services to underserved populations.

Speaking on the occasion, Smt. Vandita Kaul, Secretary (Posts), said that the collaboration reflects a shared commitment towards financial inclusion and aligns with the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047. She highlighted that the initiative will leverage India Post’s extensive network and recent digital transformation to enable wider and secure citizen participation in capital markets.

Prabhat Kumar Dubey, MD & CEO, Stock Holding Services Limited, expressed his happiness at being associated with the Department of Posts for this initiative. He stated that SSL is committed to expanding access to transparent and regulated capital market services and enhancing investor awareness across the country.(updated on 27thjanuary 2026)