In 1911, Prayagraj witnessed the world’s first official airmail service, a 13-minute flight by French aviator Henri Pequet carrying 6,500 letters. This pioneering event, staged at the UP Exhibition, marked a significant leap from pigeon post, demonstrating the potential of powered flight to conquer distance and reshape global communication. The historic flight launched a new era in postal history.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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