Format of Letter to the Editor with Examples

In this blog, you will see the format of letter to the Editor with examples. In the end, we have also given some questions to practice your knowledge and understanding.

Format of Letter to the Editor with Examples

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Sender’s address

Date: 09 Aug. 2023

The Editor
Name of The News Paper
Place of Publication

Subject: ………………………………………………………

Sir/Madam

Paragraph 1: Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw the attention of the concerned authorities/concerned readers to …………………. (Define your purpose of writing the letter.)

Paragraphs 2 and 3: Define the problem in detail. Specify at least three effects of the problem.

Paragraph 4: Write the conclusion and the solutions you have if any. (minimum of 2 preferred solutions) or request the authorities to solve the problem.

Paragraph 5: You are requested to publish relevant articles in your newspaper on the issue.

Yours sincerely

Sender’s Name

Some Suggestive Lines

Use the following expressions as per the need.

At the beginning of the paragraph. You can start with,

I am writing to you in order to highlight ………………..
Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to express my views on ………………..
I am writing this letter in order to draw the attention of the authorities over ………………..

In the middle paragraph, use these lines.

The residents face many problems due to ………………..
Many times complaints have been made but the authorities have turned deaf ear to our problem.
The main reason is ………………..
The most annoying/ important thing is ………………..
The negligence of authorities has added fuel to fire.
The situation has gone from bad to worse.
The authorities are just peeping through a distance and not taking any action.
The problem has taken the shape of a hydra-headed monster.
I think this problem is getting step-motherly treatment.

In the end of the lines, you can use,

I hope that adequate measures will be taken by the authorities ………………..
I hope this issue will be brought into light ………………..

Tip: Always leave one line gap between the paragraphs.

Solved Examples

Here are some solved examples of letters to the editor

Example 1:

Write a letter to the Editor of National Herald, New Delhi about water scarcity in your locality suggesting ways to improve the position of water supply. You are Ramnath/ Reema of H.No. A-24, Ghaziabad.

Answer:

H. No. A-24,
Kavi Nagar Ghaziabad

Date: Aug 09, 2023

The Editor
National Herald
New Delhi

Subject: WATER CRISIS IN KAVI NAGAR

Sir,

Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the concerned authorities towards the problem of water scarcity in our locality.

It is still early summer, and the residents are already facing an acute water shortage in the area. The supply is cut off at 8.30 a.m. in the morning and is restored only for half an hour in the evening between 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Since the timings are erratic, many people, especially the working couples are unable to store water. Frequent complaints to the Jal Board have not yielded any result as the authorities express their helplessness saying that one of the tanks of the Haiderpur Water Treatment Plant is under repair and has been shut down for a month or so thereby affecting the water supply in the area. But it has been nearly one and a half months since the problem began, yet there is no response from the residents.

The Jal Board should, in the meantime, make provisions for water tankers at different times of the day. Also, measures must be taken to expedite the repair work.

You are requested to publish relevant articles in your newspaper on the issue.

Yours sincerely
Ramnath /Reema

Example 2:

You have noticed many stray animals on the road during the busy hours of the day. These animals have caused traffic jam as well as accidents. You have already written to the concerned authorities but no action has been taken so far. So write a letter to the Editor of a leading newspaper telling him about the nuisance created by the stray animals. Sign your name as Preeti Krishnan, C/5, Dispur Road, Assam.

Answer:

H.No. C/5,
Dispur Road, Assam

09 Aug. 2023

The Editor
The Indian Express
Guwahati

Subject: NUISANCE CREATED BY STRAY ANIMALS

Sir,

Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to draw the attention of the concerned authorities of the Municipal Corporation regarding the plight of the residents of Bow Bazaar due to the nuisance created by stray animals.

While going to school at 8.50 a.m., many stray animals are watched wandering here and there on the busy market roads. The position is almost the same, with a repeat performance in the afternoon. Sometimes these animals cross the roads in a long unending array, thus causing traffic blocks as well as accidents. These animals create a health hazard too by urinating everywhere. Huge heaps of dung spread here and there. Flies hover over them, and insects breed inside them. We have already written to the concerned authorities, but no action has been taken so far.

The authorities are requested to depute officials to catch these stray animals and send them to the police pen. If unclaimed, these might be auctioned. It is hoped that an early action will be taken by the concerned authorities.

You are requested to publish relevant articles in your newspaper on the issue.

Yours sincerely
Preeti

Questions For Practice

You are Poonam/Nipun, a resident of 121 Navi Mumbai. Write a letter to the Editor, The Times of India, Mumbai expressing your views on how the standard of performance in sports can be improved in India.
You have realised the necessity of education, safety and financial independence of women for their family, society, and for the nation. Write a letter, in 120-150 words, to the editor of The National Times highlighting your ideas on the importance of education and safety of women leading to a better status for them. You are Sameer/Shalini, B-7/9, Mall Road, Delhi.
You are Vrinda/Praveen of 20, Sarvodaya, Lucknow. Write a letter to the editor of the Nagrik Times to draw the attention of the traffic police department to the lawlessness among bus drivers and conductors.
The problem of corruption is increasing in India with a rise in consumerism and inflation. Mr. S.K. Singh, a lecturer in Physics writes a letter to the editor of ― “Our Indian Voice” expressing these views on the steady decline in moral values of Indians. His address is Save India Forum, Patna. Write his letter.
Write a letter to the Editor, The Hindustan Times Delhi giving your views on the frequent breakdowns of electricity in your locality. You are Shanti/Sameer of 112 Vayu Vihar Colony, Delhi.

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Format of Letter to the Editor with Examples