[Letter to Mr Minoo Masani]

Summary

This correspondence, dated Nidubrolu 2 November 1963 and addressed to Minoo Masani, discusses the organisational difficulties facing the Swatantra Party in several states. The writer urges Masani to revive the Bihar unit, improve cooperation among Delhi workers, address problems in Orissa, and help organise the party’s campaign for the by-election in Cooch-Behar. The letter also mentions plans for a national convention and reports an active nationwide campaign against the 17th Amendment, with particular attention to raising funds and deploying workers.

Key points

• The writer asks Masani to help restore activity and cooperation within the Bihar Swatantra Party unit.
• Delhi party workers are described as divided and insufficiently consultative in their decision-making.
• The Orissa unit requires delicate handling, while the Cooch-Behar by-election calls for a competent Bengali organiser and candidate advice.
• The proposed party convention may be held in Bangalore in February 1964.
• The Swatantra Party is campaigning against the 17th Amendment and needs additional time, travel, and financial support.
• A copied letter from the Bihar State Swatantra Party warns of possible defections, internal manoeuvring, organisational inactivity, and declining electoral prospects.
• The accompanying postcard is handwritten and only partly legible; it appears to concern a visit and arrangements for a meeting or public programme.