[Letter to N Dandekar]

Summary

In this letter dated July 17, 1974, M. R. Masani writes to N. Dandekar about a resolution proposed for the Swatantra Party’s National Convention in Delhi on August 4 and 5. Masani presents the resolution as a compromise between the faction led by Piloo Mody, which favoured a new “hotchpotch” party, and party members who opposed dissolving the Swatantra Party.

Masani argues that the proposed approach could avert a split while providing a dignified response consistent with the country’s immediate needs. He expresses hope that Dandekar will support it. The letter notes an enclosed copy of the resolution, but that enclosure is not present in the rendered page.

Key points

• Masani’s letter is dated July 17, 1974 and addressed to N. Dandekar.
• It concerns a resolution for the Swatantra Party National Convention in Delhi on August 4 and 5.
• The resolution is presented as a compromise between rival factions within the party.
• One faction is led by Piloo Mody and supports forming a new party.
• Another large group of party members opposes dissolving the Swatantra Party.
• Masani believes the proposed course could prevent a party split and meet the country’s present needs.
• The referenced copy of the resolution is listed as an enclosure but is absent from the rendered page.