The Magic of Ramesh Gupta’s Pen from Narwana: Nearly 800 Letters in ‘The Tribune’—A Passion That Forged a Unique Identity

Gustakhi Maaf, Haryana – By Pawan Kumar Bansal

Narwana’s ‘Lucky’ Voice in “The Tribune”

Meet Ramesh Gupta of Narwana—arguably one of the most consistent yet understated contributors to “The Tribune.” Not a reporter by designation, Gupta’s contribution rivals that of many in the profession. With nearly 800 bylines to his credit in the prestigious daily’s Letters to the Editor column, he has carved out a unique space for himself in public discourse.

Driven purely by passion, Gupta has been writing since his school days. What began as a teenage habit has now turned into a remarkable personal milestone. His letters—often sharp, thoughtful, and timely—have occasionally even triggered action, proving that the pen, indeed, still holds power.

In his own words, Gupta shares his journey:

“Sir,
I have been contributing to the ‘Letters to the Editor’ column since I was in Class 10. Since then, over 790 of my letters have been published in The Tribune. At home, however, my efforts have faced constant skepticism. My wife has persistently dismissed it as a sheer waste of time. Her favourite refrain has always been: ‘Do you hope to change the world with your writing? Do you seriously think anyone, except yourself, reads your letters?’

Yet, the joy of seeing my thoughts in print has been so profound that I have continued undeterred. Each time my letter appears, I feel as though I’ve been shortlisted for the Booker Prize—nothing less!

Few are blessed with the ability to express themselves in words, and there is no thrill quite like seeing your writing published for the first time. It stands alongside life’s most cherished moments—the first school prize, the first kiss, or the first smile of your child. I must have felt the same exhilaration when my first letter was printed in your esteemed newspaper.

That is why I continue to type away on my mobile keyboard, as though it were essential to my very existence. I write, therefore I am.”

In an age dominated by fleeting social media posts, Ramesh Gupta’s enduring commitment to thoughtful expression serves as a reminder: meaningful writing still finds its place—and its readers. Jagmohan Kanwar from Chandigarh adds, “Absolutely. Sharing one’s thoughts on paper needs courage, compassion, knowledge, and linguistic ability. It is wonderful to note that you have been doing this since your school days. I am sure there have been many people who have read and enlightened themselves on a subject matter. This is a great service to society, and I am sure Tribune appreciates this in this light too. Please keep ‘plugging,’ as we say in Americano. Warm & Best Wishes, Sir.”