cHindu does not publish Hindu readers opinions in Babri masjid issue

This set of Letters to the editor is a small sample. But based on the names there is not a single Hindu reader who has any opinion on the Babri masjid issue. One can come their own conclusion on the newspaper's fairness.

Coming soon: Analysis of the "Letters to the Editor"

Jagannadhan Ravi has painstakingly compiled "Letters to Editor" over a period of 100 days -- a commendable job, which forced our Reader's editor to finally acknowledge. Before this, Ravi has repeatedly written to the editor but none of his letters saw the light. Now, Ravi has shared the spreadsheet with us. Very soon, we will bring it to you along with the analysis.

In the meantime, here is a partial list of events which , he notes, have not been covered during this 100 day period:

• China's actions in the NSG
• China's problems with milk contamination
• OBC reservation: increase in threshold to 4.5 lakhs PA -- no editorial despite several letters condemning the move
• China's doubt on Chandrayaan
• Import of 88,000 kgs of milk-related products, possibly with melamine
• Increase in the cost of Gorshkov
• Gehlot/Ramdoss on Pub culture

Hilarious "Letter to the Editor"

Chindu indulges in excessive censorship on any views not in line with its own. On the other hand, even lunatic elements from the Left are liberally accommodated.

http://www.hindu.com/2008/10/11/stories/2008101154791003.htm

Who is living in denial needs to be explored quite honestly. Except this one, the other encounters are not genuine. Why conveniently single out this incident and try to portray all human/civil rights activists in a bad light?
- T. Rajendran, Nagercoil

http://www.hindu.com/2008/10/11/stories/2008101154791002.htm

The open letter is indeed a high order political communication and has served as a tool to get a clearer understanding of status quo.

The letter reflects the openness of the party and the quantum of freedom the Prime Minister enjoys in crucial areas. The mature advice of madam has rich value and content. Soniaji’s sense of commitment, non-self-centeredness, deep insights into problems and issues and transparency, are reflected with great sensitivity and concerns for nation building. The letter has touched the nation’s economy, every key problem and issues confronting us and ways to overcome without the blame culture.

Soniaji’s letter is most timely and appropriate.

- H.K. LakshmanRao, Chennai

Chindu defines secularism

Chindu's editorial board has decided to let the below definition of secularism pass through its censorship because it perfectly fits into its own definition. We have often seen how Chindu has used "Letters to the Editor" to express its own opinion. The present day political lexicon is so distorted that such discriminatory definition of secularism is accepted as mainstream.

The Hindu : Opinion / Letters to the Editor : Ramar Sethu issue

The Babri Masjid, belonging to the minority community, did not get the protection it deserved and was demolished by kar sevaks. That was against the principles of secularism which, in my view, would mean the majority community protecting the interests of the minorities.

N.G.R. Prasad,
Chennai

Insult to voters; insult to readers

After being badly stung by readers' views on Chindu's Nandigram coverage, the censorship on the letters has reduced a wee bit. "Analysts" attributing Modi's victory to wrong reasons is clearly an insult to voters just as Chindu publishing hate-filled election analysis is an insult to its readers.

The Hindu : Opinion / Letters to the Editor : Insult to voters

I am surprised by some people arguing that only the last few weeks of incisive campaigning by Narendra Modi helped him win! It is true the campaign helped him swing undecided voters in his favour, but to win such a huge majority without showing actual results is not possible. Also, it is insulting to the voters when it is said that they chose the wrong person for the post. Mr. Modi’s style of working is actually producing results — there is development, there is very less corruption, and more importantly there is safety in the State.

- S. Sudhir Kumar, Hyderabad

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Mr. Modi mainly focussed on development and won. Gujarat’s Muslims displayed signs of attitudinal changes. They not only participated in the elections fearlessly, but also voted for BJP candidates. Gujarat is a model State today because of the fantastic all-round economic development.

- Mumtaz Ali Khan, Bangalore

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The BJP’s great performance can be largely credited to Mr. Modi. Now, it is important to put Godhra behind us. Also, to say that the elections have been won on communal lines is an insult to the Gujarat electorate.

- Aneesh Bhandari, Jaipur

Chindu's censorship on letters to editor

The same letter has been sent to both Telegraph and Chindu. Notice how Chindu censored it, particularly the reference to China.

The Telegraph - Calcutta : Opinion

Sir ? Manmohan Singh?s decision to skip the South Asian Association for Regional Conference summit, so as not to be seen in the same company as King Gyanendra, is not only deplorable but also hypocritical. Further, such selective sermonizing reflects poorly on India. When we can deal with a dictatorship in Pakistan, a repressive military junta in Burma, and, above all, the repugnantly oppressive communist autocracy in China, on what grounds do we oppose the goings-on in Nepal?

Nepal?s king has constitutional legitimacy and so his decision is, in a way, democratic. It is time we put aside our holier-than-thou attitude in favour of national interest, and dealt with Nepal in a mature fashion, as befits a bigger and powerful neighbour.

The Hindu : Opinion / Letters to the Editor : Matter of concern

Sir, — When we can deal with a military dictatorship in Pakistan and a repressive junta in Myanmar, why should we react so harshly with respect to Nepal? It is time we dealt with Nepal in a mature manner befitting a large neighbour.

Product of Chindu's Demagogy

N Ram must be the envy of many editors. Who else has the kind of bench strength that Ram can boast of? His readers are doing a better job than his numerous spin machines. Ram must have grinned ear-to-ear seeing this letter

It is a shame on our democracy that Mr. Modi thumps his chest while justifying the Sohrabuddin encounter andneither the law enforcement agencies nor the courts do anything about it. It will be even more shameful and horrendous if he comes to power once again. His victory will have an awful impact on the victims of the Gujarat riots who have been isolated and have been living in pitiful conditions in stinking ghettos. If the recent bomb blasts are the work of Islamist terrorists, it is people like Mr. Modi who are responsible for producing them. If the government is serious about tackling terrorism, the Modis of India should also be brought to book.

Deepak Joshi,
http://www.hindu.com/2007/12/07/stories/2007120753821002.htm

Wow!!! Isn't Deepak brilliant?He must be a JNU product. Modi is responsible for producing Islamic terrorists. Fair Enough. But, weren't Islamic terrorists in action before 2002?Who is responsible for Godhra,Indian Airlines hijack, Ethnic cleansing in Kashmir and Evicting Pandits from the valley? Weren't Islamic terrorists attacking the Indian army decades before Modi "killed" Muslims? Deepak, with this kind of brain, you stand a great chance of becoming a Special Correspondent and rubbing shoulders with "intellectuals" like Khare, Neena , Vidya and our very own Ram.