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Mother Teresa

Sir, — The beatification of Mother Teresa in Rome was a glorious moment for India. It is unfortunate that her beatification ceremony has been a low-key affair here, especially in political circles and educational institutions.

The Government could have organised a special prayer in Parliament and the Prime Minister spoken a few words on the occasion. This would have enhanced our secular image.

Sutirtha Sahariah,
New Delhi

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Sir, — This is with reference to India sending a low-level delegation for the ceremony (Oct. 20). I agree that our country should have sent a senior Minister.

K. Srinivas Raju,
Visakhapatnam, A.P.

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Sir, — Maybe, the senior Cabinet Ministers were busy tackling the RSS and the VHP in Ayodhya.

Muthu Ravi,
New Delhi

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Sir, — India declared a state funeral for Mother Teresa and honoured her with the Bharat Ratna. Her elevation to the ranks of the Blessed was a purely religious ceremony.

V.V.S. Sarma,
Bangalore

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Sir, — Mother Teresa's beatification is a sort of re-affirmation of what she had already achieved in life through selfless service to the deprived and the poorest of the poor. She became a legend in her lifetime.

K.L. Batra,
New Delhi

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