[Letter to Mr Minoo Masani]

Summary

This typed letter, dated 9 August 1974 and signed by R. Kalamegham, is addressed to Minoo Masani in Bombay. Kalamegham refers to the Delhi meeting of the party, Masani’s reported press-interview reactions, and his editorial in Freedom First. The letter reflects on the apparent success of the “pro-changers” and asks how the party should proceed after its dissolution.

Key points

• The letter is dated 9 August 1974 and addressed to Minoo Masani.
• Kalamegham had followed the proceedings of the party’s Delhi meeting.
• The writer had read reports of Masani’s press-interview reactions and his editorial in Freedom First.
• The “pro-changers” are said to have prevailed in the party dispute.
• The writer considers whether the party’s dissolution prevents continued use of its name and election symbol.
• The letter closes by asking what the next step should be.