[Letter from RV Murthy]

Summary

This single-page letter, dated 14 July 1959 and signed by R. V. Murthy as Convenor, invites the recipient to a meeting concerning the formulation of an economic programme for a newly formed political party. Murthy says the meeting was prompted by suggestions from friends that the recipient help prepare a note setting out broad economic-policy principles capable of attracting as many people as possible, especially the middle classes.

The meeting is proposed for 17 July at Minoo Masani’s residence in Bombay. The letter therefore documents an early organisational effort to develop a broadly appealing economic platform and to solicit constructive participation in the new party’s policy formation.

Key points

• The letter is dated 14 July 1959 and is signed by R. V. Murthy as Convenor.
• It concerns the formulation of an economic programme for a newly formed political party.
• The proposed policy note would set out broad economic principles.
• The stated aim is to attract as many people as possible, particularly members of the middle classes.
• The recipient is invited to offer constructive suggestions and participate in the meeting.
• The meeting is proposed for 17 July at Minoo Masani’s residence in Bombay.