LETTER WRITING (Letter to Editor)

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LETTER WRITING (Letter to Editor)
We write a letter to the editor of a newspaper to highlight social issues or civic issues or some general issues affecting our lives. Sometimes we write a letter to the editor to express our views on a certain topic. Since, it is a formal letter; the format of write a formal letter should be followed strictly.
Illustrative Examples:
  1. You are Gurpreet living at Guru Nanak Colony, Hanumangarh. Your locality being away from the main city, the poor bus service adversely affects the life of residents. Write a letter to the Editor, The Daily News, highlighting the problems faced and also giving a few possible solutions.    
Answer:
Guru Nanak Colony
Hanumangarh
10 July, 20xx
The Editor
The Daily News
Jaipur
Subject: Inadequate bus service in area
Sir
On behalf of the residents of Guru Nanak Colony, Hanumangarh, I wish to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the inadequate bus service in our area which is adversely affecting the lives of the residents who commute by bus.
Our locality lies on the outskirts of the main city. Majority of people resorts to use of public transport to travel the long distance. Women, school going children, old people and people going to office have to suffer in the over-crowded buses. Most of them cannot afford their own vehicle.
Despite our repeated communication the concerned authorities have turned a deaf ear to our concern. Plying of a few more buses can solve the issue.
I hope the concerned authorities will take an immediate action to solve our problem.
Yours sincerely
Gurpreet

  1. Games and Sports are not given so much importance in the country as is given in academics. As a result of this our achievements in the international arena are not very spectacular. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily on the importance of sport and games and on the need to create awareness about it. You are Twinkle.                   
Answer:
3/A Station Road
Pali
2 July, 20xx
The Editor
The Indian Express
Jaipur
Subject: Views on importance of sport and games in schools
Madam
Through the prestigious columns of your widely circulated newspaper I would like to express my views on importance of sport and games in schools and on the need to create awareness about it.
There goes a good proverb—”All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy“. But unfortunately in India importance of games only remembered to organize annual sports day. It is not the part of academics. In ancient Greece they formed the major part of education. In the advanced countries of the present day also they are a regular feature of the school and college curriculum.
The importance of games and sports can never be minimized. First of all, they are good exercises and help to keep body fit and healthy. They make them mentally alert and physically strong. Secondly, students learn to cope with difficult situations. By displaying their feats before many spectators, they can overcome their nervousness.
Thirdly, it gives the necessary break from the everyday monotonous life. Fourthly, games and sports help building a sense of cooperation and team-spirit in an individual. Sports like cricket, football, etc. are won by the collective efforts of all the members of the team.
I hope the concerned authorities will understand the need to provide better sports facilities in our school so that we can have good players in the future who can bring laurels for the country.
Yours sincerely
Twinkle

  1. Along with air and water pollution, our cities are also under an attack of noise pollution. Marriage processions, DJ during wedding receptions, loud music from neighbourhood flats etc. are all sources of noise which is not good for the old, the ailing and students. Write a letter in 100-120 words to the editor of a local newspaper describing the problem and making a request to the concerned authorities to solve it. You are Ruhi, C Sector, Pratap Nagar, Sirohi.                                                                                                                 
Answer:
C Sector, Pratap Nagar
Sirohi
5 March, 20xx
The Editor
The Morning News
Ajmer
Subject: Views on the problem of Noise Pollution
Madam
Through the prestigious columns of your widely circulated newspaper I would like to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the problem of noise pollution.
Along with air and water pollution our cities are also under an attack of rising noise pollution. Marriage processions, DJ during wedding receptions, loud music from neighbourhood etc. all are sources of great trouble to old people, the ailing and students.
It is the examination time and students find it very difficult to concentrate. Playing loud music publicly is prohibited after 10 o’ clock but who cares! Either it is early in the morning or afternoon or late night one can hear unpleasant sounds. Noise pollution has adverse effects on our health. First of all it damages our hearing capability. Loud noise causes irritation, stress, hypertension etc.
We already have a law what we need is to enforce it strictly. Public awareness is necessary to control noise pollution.
The authorities also need to play their role. They need to take up adequate measures to ensure that people don’t violate the law.
I hope the concerned authorities and general public will pay heed to my views and will act accordingly.
Yours sincerely
Ruhi
  1. You are Anu, B/3, Ganga Vihar, Bikaner. You feel very strongly about the ill-treatment meted out to stray dogs at the hands of callous and indifferent people. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily giving your views on why some people behave in such a manner and how these dogs should be treated.
Answer:
B/3, Ganga Vihar
Bikaner
 2 July, 20xx
The Editor
The Morning News
Bikaner
Subject: Views on cruelty against stray animals
Sir
Through the prestigious columns of your widely circulated newspaper I would like to express my views on the cruelty against stray animals.
Dogs are known to be man’s best friends. Unfortunately we apply this on our pet dogs only. I feel very strongly about the ill-treatment meted out to stray dogs at the hands of callous and indifferent people. Stray dogs always remain on the mercy of people to get their food. We have an unjustified fear of stray dogs.
It is high time that the concerned authorities for animal welfare ensure proper implementation of law relating to animal rights. But general public must also feel pity on these animals.
I hope my letter will enlighten people on the issue.
Yours sincerely
Anu                                                                            
Practice Exercise:
  1. Despite all the incentives the government is providing to encourage education of the girl child the number of girls in the rural school is not rising to the desired level. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily giving your views on the problem. Make a few suggestions on how the situation can be improved. You are Maya, 2 Mountain Road,Udaipur.
  2. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily highlighting the menace of stray dogs and cattle and the indifferent attitude of the local authorities. Make a request for prompt and meaningful action. You are Heena of 10, Civil Society, Jodhpur.
  3. You are Jenifer of 10, Army Canteen Road, Ajmer. The main road leading to your locality has three open manholes causing frequent accidents at night, especially during rainy season. Write a letter to the Editor, The Times of India drawing attention of the Municipal Commissioner to this problem of the residents.
  4. Cases of drunken driving by the youth leading to casualties are on the rise in the metropolitan cities of India. You feel concerned. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily giving your views on the problem. Offer suggestions on how this evil can be curbed. You are Sonu, 121, Bank Street, Jalore.

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