Question

You are Rahul / Rita, a student of DRK World School, Preet Vihar, Prem Nagar. You have recently noticed that the street in front of the school is being used as a thoroughfare by vehicles because of the construction work on the main street. This has led to a number of near fatal accidents involving school students who have become vulnerable to road injuries and exposure to toxic air and noise pollution while going to school.
Write a letter to the Editor of a local daily in about 120 words highlighting the problem. You may also suggest possible solutions such as road safety signages, speed breakers, traffic timings.

Hint:

In formal letters to the editor, your tone should be constructive and respectful. Provide a clear suggestion along with reasons, and support your suggestion with practical ways to implement it. This strengthens your argument and makes the suggestion more feasible.

Answer 1

Letter to the Editor About Road Safety Concerns
Sender: Rahul/Rita, Student, DRK World School, Preet Vihar, Prem Nagar
To,
The Editor,
Local Daily Newspaper
Subject: Road Safety Concerns Near School

Respected Sir/Madam,
I am writing to draw attention to the dangerous situation outside our school due to increased vehicular traffic caused by construction work on the main street. This has resulted in frequent accidents and exposure to harmful air and noise pollution.

Possible solutions include:

• Installing road safety signages and speed breakers
• Deploying traffic police during school hours
• Implementing strict traffic timings to ensure student safety

Your coverage of this critical issue will raise public awareness and prompt swift action.

Yours sincerely,
Rahul/Rita