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You've got mail: J&K's first postwoman clocks 25 letters a day, 30 years on foot

In Shopian's Hirapora village, 55-year-old Ulfat Bano has been Kashmir's first postwoman for over three decades, delivering mail on foot through challenging terrain and harsh winters. Despite the physical toll, her passi…

You've got mail: J&K's first postwoman clocks 25 letters a day, 30 years on foot

In Shopian's Hirapora village, 55-year-old Ulfat Bano has been Kashmir's first postwoman for over three decades, delivering mail on foot through challenging terrain and harsh winters. Despite the physical toll, her passion for connecting people fuels her dedication.

Key takeaways

Quick scan — what you need to know:

  • In Shopian's Hirapora village, 55-year-old Ulfat Bano has been Kashmir's first postwoman for over three decades, delivering mail on foot through challenging terrain and harsh winters.
  • Despite the physical toll, her passion for connecting people fuels her dedication.
  • She finds immense satisfaction in bringing good news and parcels to her community, viewing her work as a vital service.

Background

What led here, in plain terms:

  • Despite the physical toll, her passion for connecting people fuels her dedication.
  • She finds immense satisfaction in bringing good news and parcels to her community, viewing her work as a vital service.

Why it matters

Why readers and decision-makers should care:

  • She finds immense satisfaction in bringing good news and parcels to her community, viewing her work as a vital service.
  • In Shopian's Hirapora village, 55-year-old Ulfat Bano has been Kashmir's first postwoman for over three decades, delivering mail on foot through challenging terrain and harsh winters.
  • Despite the physical toll, her passion for connecting people fuels her dedication.