ABC House

Delhi

23 March 2023

The Editor
The Times of India
123 Road
Delhi

Subject : SHORT, Crisp

Dear Madam

Para 1- (Introduction OF THE PROBLEM/ISSUE)

Para 2- (Problems faced due to the issue)

Para3- (One or two suggestions to resolve the problem.

Yours Truly

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You are Sunidhi Prakash, the Vice Captain of Brilliant Vidyalaya, Barra, Kanpur.
You have recently noticed several posters around your school premises
conveying a hazardous message:
Lose weight in just a month!
“A WONDER DIET comes to your rescue …
A privilege available for only a few!”
Write a letter to the Editor of The DWA, in not more than 120 words, drawing
attention towards harm caused by such advertising. Propose the
implementation of “Wholesome Lunch Month’ in schools as an idea to address
such practices, mention the advantages and share suggestions to foster healthy
eating routines and develop positive body image among youngsters.
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