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Class 12 Writing Skills

 Letter to the Editor

Invitations and Replies

 

TOPIC 1: Letter to the Editor

 

Practice question 1 from Wordsmith:

1. Traffic Congestion Near School

R-10, DLF Phase II
Gurgaon – 122002

5 October 2025

The Editor
The Times of India
New Delhi

Subject: Traffic Congestion Near School

Sir

I wish to draw attention to the growing problem of traffic congestion near my school in DLF Phase II, Gurgaon. Every morning and afternoon, the area becomes overcrowded with cars, buses, and auto-rickshaws. This not only causes long delays but also poses a safety risk to students, especially the younger ones.

The situation can be improved through better traffic management. Authorities should deploy traffic police during school hours, create separate drop-off zones, and restrict entry of heavy vehicles near school premises. Parents should also cooperate by avoiding double parking and following lane discipline.

I request you to highlight this issue in your newspaper to create public awareness and urge the authorities to take prompt action.

Yours sincerely
Rajeev Mehta

Practice question 2. Increasing Junk Food Consumption Among Teenagers

B-27, Green Park
New Delhi – 110016

5 October 2025

The Editor
The Hindustan Times
New Delhi

Subject: Increasing Junk Food Consumption Among Teenagers

Sir

Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I wish to express my concern over the growing consumption of junk food among teenagers. Fast food outlets and online delivery apps have made unhealthy food easily accessible, leading to obesity, fatigue, and other health problems in young people.

Most students prefer burgers, chips, and soft drinks over nutritious home-cooked meals. Schools should promote healthy eating habits by banning junk food in canteens and organising awareness campaigns about balanced diets. Parents must also encourage healthy food choices at home.

Kindly help create awareness about this matter by publishing it in your newspaper so that more people understand its seriousness and take corrective action.

Yours sincerely
Priya Thomas

Practice question 3. Rising Water Shortage in Locality

A-15, Shastri Nagar
Jaipur – 302016

5 October 2025

The Editor
Rajasthan Times
Jaipur

Subject: Rising Water Shortage in Shastri Nagar

Sir

I wish to draw attention to the growing problem of water shortage in Shastri Nagar. The water supply has become irregular, forcing residents to depend on tankers. The situation worsens during summer, causing great inconvenience to families and affecting daily activities.

This issue calls for urgent action. Authorities should repair leaking pipelines, monitor water wastage, and promote rainwater harvesting in residential areas. Awareness drives should also be organised to encourage residents to use water wisely and avoid unnecessary wastage.

Please help spread awareness about this issue by publishing it in your newspaper so that the concerned authorities act swiftly to resolve it.

Yours sincerely
Riya Mehta

Practice question 4: Lack of Public Transport Facilities

C-42, Laxmi Nagar
Delhi – 110092
5 October 2025

The Editor
The Times of India
Dyal Singh Mansion
New Delhi – 110001

Subject: Lack of Public Transport Facilities in Laxmi Nagar

Sir,

I wish to draw attention to the lack of proper public transport facilities in Laxmi Nagar. Commuters face great inconvenience due to irregular buses and overcrowded metro stations. Many people are forced to depend on costly private transport, which is not affordable for everyone.

The concerned authorities should increase the frequency of buses, introduce new routes connecting residential areas to major locations, and ensure timely maintenance of vehicles. Auto-rickshaw and e-rickshaw stands should also be properly managed to reduce traffic chaos.

I request you to help create awareness about this issue by publishing it in your newspaper so that the authorities take prompt action to improve the transport system.

Yours sincerely,
Ananya Singh

TOPIC 2: Invitations and Replies

Practice question 1:You are the Head Boy of Sunrise Public School, Bhopal. Write a formal invitation inviting parents and guests to the Annual Day celebration. (Word limit: 50 words)

Sunrise Public School
Bhopal

17th August, 2025

Mr. Rakesh Sharma
Director of Education
Gurgaon

Sub: Invitation to the Annual Day Celebration

Sir,

It gives us immense pleasure to inform you that Sunrise Public School will be celebrating its Annual Day on 12th October, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the School Auditorium. We shall consider it a great honour if you could grace the occasion as the Chief Guest and give away the prizes.

Yours Truly
(Signature)
AtharvSingh
Head Boy

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Practice question 2:Draft a formal reply accepting the invitation to a book launch hosted by your friend’s father. (Word limit: 50 words)

5 October 2025

17, Green Park
New Delhi


Mr. and Mrs.Sinha expresses their kind gratitude to Mr. Sharma for the kind invitation to the launch of his book on 10th October 2025 at 10 am., which thryarepleased to accept and looks forward to attending the event.

 

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Practice question 3: You are Neha, and your parents are hosting your sister’s wedding. Write a card-style formal invitation to send to family friends. (Word limit: 50 words)

Mr. and Mrs. Verma
cordially invite you to the wedding of their daughter
Priya

(Daughter of Mrs Sapna and Mr. N.O. Singh)
with
Aman Sharma

(Son of Mrs. Babli and Mr. Babloo)
on Saturday, 18th October 2025

at 7:00 p.m.

at
Singh Residence, 12 Rose Lane, Delhi
We look forward to your gracious presence on this joyous occasion.

R.S.V.P.                                                                                   With best compliments from:

Mr. and Mrs. Singh                                                                 Singh family

12 Rose Lane, Delhi

 

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Practice question 4:Draft a reply declining an invitation to attend a farewell party as you are out of town. (Word limit: 50 words)

12, Nehru Nagar
Delhi

5 October 2025

Dear Riya

Thank you for inviting me to your farewell party on 15th October 2025. I regret that I will be out of town on that day and will be unable to attend. I wish you a memorable and joyful celebration.

Yours sincerely
Neha

 

 

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