India Post promotes overseas Diwali parcels from Maharashtra
Maharashtra Postal Circle is promoting its international parcel service for Diwali Faral and gifts, publishing 10-kilogram parcel rates for selected destinations.
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India’s Department of Posts has launched an initiative encouraging people in Maharashtra to send traditional Diwali snacks, known as Faral, to relatives abroad. A release published on 18 October says designated post offices in the state offer packing support and free home collection.
The release lists rates for 10-kilogram parcels to eight destinations, including 6,461 rupees to the United Kingdom, 4,797 rupees to Japan and 9,051 rupees to the United States. These are the selected-destination rates stated in the announcement; it does not say whether customs charges are included or give a final price for every shipment. Senders are advised to provide each item’s HSN code and value on customs forms.
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International parcel rates by destination
Rates listed in the PIB release dated 18 October 2026 from Maharashtra Postal Circle.
| United Kingdom | 6461 |
| Russia | 6750 |
| Japan | 4797 |
| Australia | 11912 |
| Canada | 9676 |
| Germany | 5876 |
| United States of America | 9051 |
| France | 6638 |
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The source lists charges for 10 kg parcels to selected destinations. It does not specify customs charges or each shipment’s final price; the table reproduces the announced amounts.
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