Kudos to Sabyasachi Mukherjee for creating India’s leading luxury brand (‘Lord of the luxe’, January 19). His journey is truly inspiring and should motivate others to dream big. I agree with Mukherjee’s belief that luxury will return to India, as it originally had its roots here.

 

With India among the top three economies in the world, I am confident that luxury will cater to a growing number of people in the coming years.

 

Vandana Kumar,

On email.

 

Mukherjee has achieved remarkable success in a short span of time, excelling in every endeavour he has undertaken. He continues to make a meaningful difference in people’s lives. As Mukherjee’s brand expands globally, it has the potential to create more jobs and livelihoods, positively impacting communities.

 

Mukherjee’s journey reflects the evolving India story. His brand will reestablish India’s position as a luxury superpower on the world stage.

 

Ranjana Aggarwal,

On email.

 

Reaching a turnover of 1500 crore in just 25 years is no small feat, especially in India’s fashion industry, where consumers are often drawn to foreign brands. Kudos to Mukherjee for this incredible achievement―you truly are an icon.

 

P.S. Mehta,

On email.

 

Salute Noufal and friends

Thank you for bringing alive the grief-stricken history of Wayanad through the heartrending autobiographical account of Kalathingal Noufal (‘Lone warrior’, January 19).

 

The story had a cathartic effect on me, and I salute Noufal, and his friends who helped him overcome the ordeal. This is a true testament to faith in God, leading to hope and resilience, reminiscent of the story of Job in the Old Testament.

 

What are our sufferings compared to the trials faced by Noufal? Indeed, we should pity ourselves for fretting over life’s petty struggles. Noufal, you have taught us a profound lesson, one that inspires great strength and perspective.

 

I am eagerly looking forward to my next visit to Kerala. My first priority will be to visit you, and your people―both the living and those remembered. I want to embrace you warmly and, if I can summon the courage, shed a tear of admiration for you. And, of course, I look forward to sharing a cup of Wayanadan coffee with you at your monument of love―‘After July 30’.

 

K.C. Philip,

On email.

 

Anjuly Mathai’s compelling storytelling style made the article on Noufal deeply engaging. It brings Noufal’s inspiring journey to the forefront, highlighting the immense challenges he faces and his extraordinary resilience.

 

S.T. Ramachandra,

On email.

 

The tragedy in Wayanad highlighted the vulnerability of communities and underscored the urgent need for sustainable environmental practices and effective disaster management.

 

Sukrutha Puravankara Pradeep,

On email.

 

‘After July 30’ is a sanctuary for the soul, born from the ashes of shared heartbreak. Here, the air is filled with the comforting aroma of familiar spices entwined with the delicate, poignant fragrance of remembrance. It is a space imbued with reverence, akin to a cathedral where echoes of devastation are softened by the resolute heartbeat of life.

 

Every dish served is more than food; it is a sacred act, a quiet conversation with the past. Each bite becomes a silent hymn, honouring lives swept away but never forgotten.

 

The thoughtfully crafted space, with its compassionate staff, weaves together a tapestry of remembrance and hope. It invites visitors to honour the past while nurturing a fragile yet steadfast hope for the future. ‘After July 30’ is much more than a restaurant; it is a living monument to the strength of community, a testament to those who chose to remember rather than forget.

 

Here is a space where tragedy has given way to beauty, leaving an indelible mark on every soul it touches.

 

N.R. Jagannath,

On email.

 

Kejriwal won’t come back

People had high hopes on Arvind Kejriwal. However, as he climbed the ladder of power, his party has become increasingly indistinguishable from other political outfits (‘Can BJP breach Kejri wall?’, January 19).

 

Kejriwal’s actions suggest a shift towards prioritising the comfort and allure of power over his ideals. It seems unlikely that the people of Delhi will be willing to give Kejriwal another chance.

 

Jayakumar A.V.,

On email.

 

Goodbye, Aiyar

It is a pity that ‘Manifesto’ by Mani Shankar Aiyar has come to an end. Aiyar, though somewhat controversial, is a figure, who, underachieved as a politician for various reasons. All said, there is no denying his talent as a writer.

 

J. Ravichandran,

On email.

 

As a man of letters and a highly educated individual with profound knowledge of both Indian and world history, Aiyar always stood firmly by his convictions. His decision to stop writing for THE WEEK will undoubtedly deprive readers like us of his intellectual insight and companionship.

 

Tharcius S. Fernando,

On email.

 

It was really difficult to go through Aiyar’s arguments in your magazine. His perspective was one-sided, and he always looks at Narendra Modi with open disdain, which is a problem. If not for Aiyar’s animosity, Modi would not have become PM in 2014.

 

Aiyar should consider putting aside his bitterness and embrace a more balanced view.

 

Arkashish Barman,

On email.