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This post provides a simple, and value point wise breakdown of ‘Carrier of Words‘ for Class 9 Kaveri Book. We’ll share the main points and key takeaways from the story, making it easy to understand and remember. Whether you’re studying for class or teaching it, this post has got you covered with all the important events and flow you need to know about Carrier of Words.

Carrier of Words Value Points

1. Earlier, people sent letters to share news and feelings.

2. Even today, some remote areas depend on postmen for communication.

3. Khetaram is a Gramin Dak Sewak in Rajasthan.

4. He works at Somarad Branch Post Office for 15 years.

5. His shoulder is bent due to carrying a heavy mailbag daily.

6. He delivers mail to dhaanis near the India-Pakistan border (2.5 km away).

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7. The last railhead is 120 km away, and the last phone is 50 km away.

8. Letters come from Jodhpur (330 km away) and are delivered within 24 hours.

9. He walks on sand dunes where even bicycles cannot move.

10. The desert temperature goes above 50°C, yet he continues his work.

11. His bag can weigh up to 28 kg, and he sometimes walks 20 km for one delivery.

12. Water is very precious in the desert, so he cannot waste it.

13. After 2001, delivery agents were called Gramin Dak Sewaks (GDS).

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14. GDS work in places like Ladakh, Lakshadweep, and the northeast.

15. India Post grew from 25,000 offices in 1947 to over 1.5 lakh offices now.

16. Khetaram’s family depends on his job because farming is not enough.

17. Villagers depend on money orders sent by relatives.

18. He reads letters and writes replies for people who cannot read.

19. People offer him tea or jaggery to show respect.

20. He fears letters with torn corners because they bring bad news.

21. He is ready to accept future changes like using phones in his work.

22. People like Khetaram are real heroes who connect families and bring hope.