Letters to the Editor
Dear Editor,
The article, “The Rise and Rise of Indian Americans,” by Raj Shah in the January issue, beautifully captured our journey from newcomers to contributors. My parents arrived with little money but endless faith in education. Today their children are professionals serving this country proudly. Success did not come overnight—it came through sacrifice and discipline. Thank you for honoring the immigrant generation’s quiet courage.
Sincerely,
Amit Desai
Edison, New Jersey
Hello,
I appreciated Raj Shah’s thoughtful piece on Indian-American growth. In my classroom, I see second-generation students balancing heritage and identity with confidence. They celebrate Diwali and debate American history with equal pride. This is the real success — belonging without losing roots. Your article reminded us that cultural confidence is progress.
Warm regards,
Pooja Iyer
Teacher
Dallas, Texas
Dear Editorial Staff,
I appreciated the January article “The Art of Bouncing Back with Greater Success.” My first startup failed, and I felt ashamed discussing it. Later I analyzed my mistakes and joined another company with maturity and confidence. Your message helps our community see failure as learning, not stigma.
Sincerely,
Rajiv Menon
San Jose, California
Dear Desh-Videsh,
Your article helped my teenage daughter after she failed an exam and felt she disappointed us. We discussed effort instead of perfection. She improved and regained confidence. Indian American families must teach resilience, not only achievement. Thank you for a meaningful and timely reminder.
Warm regards,
Dr. Neha Patel
Physician and Parent
Chicago, Illinois
Dear Desh-Videsh Staff,
As an oncologist, I appreciated Dr. Anjali Menon’s balanced article. Many patients believe natural therapies can replace chemotherapy. The article correctly stresses integration, not substitution. Supportive practices may improve comfort, but delaying proven treatment risks survival. Clear communication between patients and physicians is essential. Thank you for presenting responsible guidance.
Sincerely,
Dr. Vivek Mehta
New York, New York
Dear Editor,
I commend Dr. Menon for clarifying integrative versus alternative care. Many families trust Ayurveda but fear modern treatment. Combining yoga, diet, and supervised herbs with oncology can support recovery without compromising safety. The strong warning about medical consultation is valuable for our community.
Warm regards,
Dr. Kavita Shah
Fremont, California
