[Letter to Mr B Satyanarayana]

Summary

This three-page correspondence records M. R. Masani’s reply, dated 20 July 1971, to B. Satyanarayana, a Swatantra Party field organiser in Narasipatnam, Andhra Pradesh. Masani explains that his personal financial circumstances do not permit him to provide the assistance requested and that the Party is likewise unable to help after consultation with its National Headquarters.

Key points

• Masani’s reply is dated 20 July 1971 and is addressed to B. Satyanarayana.
• Masani declines a request for financial assistance on the grounds that neither he nor the Party can provide it.
• Satyanarayana’s enclosed request describes his work organising and strengthening the Swatantra Party at village and taluk levels.
• Satyanarayana says he borrowed Rs. 1,000 from a local co-operative society and is being pressed to repay it.
• He reports financial hardship, a family of seven, the loss of his former business, and opposition from local Congress leaders.
• He asks for Rs. 2,000 as remuneration or a loan, promising to repay the amount as directed.