Letters to The Editor — July 7, 2025

Alert over Nipah

Once again, Nipah arrives, uninvited — Kerala’s most persistent and punctual monsoon guest.

While the Health Department’s rapid containment is commendable, disease recurrence reflects gaps in epidemic foresight and community-level preparedness. Must we always greet viruses with press meets and panic? It is time our public health strategy moved from reactive mode to a resilience model. Until then, Nipah seems more punctual than policy.

Azim Parayangattil,

Vadakkekad, Thrissur, Kerala

Trade deal with the U.S.

India’s upcoming interim trade deal with the U.S. may sound promising, but who truly benefits from it? Are we safeguarding our farmers, or are we silently surrendering to economic pressure? Can India’s small-scale agricultural backbone withstand a flood of imports? And, are we evaluating national interest through long-term stability, or through short-term headlines? Trade must not be rushed under foreign influence. We need clarity, consultation, and care before we sign.

Hasnain Rabbani,

Mumbai

A heave of 86.18 m

Congrats to Neeraj Chopra, India’s ace javelin thrower, who scripted history by winning the inaugural Neeraj Chopra Classic title (‘Sport’ page, July 6). We wish him all success.

R. Sampath,

Chennai