[Letter to Mr Bhikhubhai Patel]

Summary

This single-page letter from M. R. Masani to Bhikhubhai Narottambhai Patel, dated 23 March 1970, reflects on a recent political alliance. Masani agrees that it was a mistake to join other parties before they were prepared to commit themselves to an agreed programme, referring to a decision taken by the National Executive after 3 January.

Masani concludes that the party should no longer rely on alliances made without a common programme. He advocates standing independently and adhering to its own principles. The letter is typed and bears Masani’s handwritten signature; no formal title, publisher, or issuing organisation appears on the page.

Key points

• Masani acknowledges that joining other parties without a prior agreed programme was a mistake.
• He refers to a political decision taken on 3 January and subsequently reconsidered by the National Executive.
• The letter endorses withdrawing from or avoiding such alliances in future.
• Masani argues that the party must stand on its own and remain faithful to its principles.
• The document is a personal political letter dated 23 March 1970 and addressed to Bhikhubhai Narottambhai Patel.