Saturday 18 March 2017

Format of a letter to 'The Editor' of the Newspaper

Dear Reader, I have complied the format of this form of letter from credible sources like CBSE class 12th books and Wren & Martin, but still, if I have missed out something then help me improving by commenting below this post.

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1. Sender's Address (with pincode)

2. Date (March 18, 2017)

3. Inside Address (with pincode)
    The Editor
    ABC Newspaper 
    XYZ City

4. Salutation : Sir/Mam (comma)

5. Subject

6. Body of the letter
     a. Introductory Paragraph
     b. Main body
     c. Concluding Paragraph

7. The Subscription : 'Yours faithfully'/ 'Yours truly' (comma)

8. Sender's Name

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Hints:

1. Sender's Address: Mostly given in the question. Alternatively, following can be used:
      Examination Hall
      Delhi - 1100XX (Pincode)

2. Introductory Paragraph:

a. Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to bring into your notice as well as the concerned authorities of municipal corporation/ transport department towards...
b.  Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to express my views on the....

3. Concluding Paragraph:

a. Suggestions can be put here.
     It is therefore suggested...
     It is proposed that...
b. Third person form/indirect speech should be used.
c. Last line of the body:
- It is hoped that an early action will be taken by the concerned authorities..
- It is earnestly hoped that the authorities competent to redress our grievances will pay attention to this matter...
- I urge the government to take stringent action against...

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