Many have complimented the editorials written by me as it has discussed several vital issues in the art field and brought about a sense of awakening among art practitioners and rasikas. Perhaps, the success of it lies in the fact that I write what I truly feel and experience. Being able to observe the art field from several angles and dimensions  as a performer, musicologist, organiser, journalist and an intent rasika definitely has been an enriching experience and the genuine reflections through writing are an outcome of this only. In fact, some have also expressed how they read the magazine from beginning to end without leaving a single line. Some also enjoy reading between the lines!
I must mention here one avid reader Mr.Nagarajan who not only is a subscriber but has also taken up the mission of enrolling as many subscribers as possible. This is indeed a true commitment worth emulating. On the other extreme, there are some who are definitely keen to read the magazine but too lazy to renew their subscription in time. We do send a couple of reminders but if even that doesn't wake them up, then we are not to be blamed!
More than keeping popularity as a yardstick in the choice of artists for our “Focus” column, we have tried to feature veterans who have contributed selflessly for the arts. Some such artists picked by us have been overjoyed and emotional that we chose them and that we also took pains to come all the way to their house to interview them. Seeing these artists on the cover of our magazine, their colleagues have called us to appreciate our right choice. In this context, we can definitely feel gratified that we have brought to light the contribution of many outstanding artists and made them feel that they are very valuable to our art society.
On a final note, let me request you all to renew your subscription on time so that you receive the magazine uninterruptedly. Subscribers like you are our strength and motivation. Also, you may think about gifting Samudhra to your near and dear ones by sponsoring for them. By this, you can widen the circle of art lovers and also help them to discover all that is beautiful in our Indian performing arts.
Last but not the least, I thank  all our advertisers whose financial support has kept us going. Special thanks to Dr.Nalli Kuppuswami Chetti, the chief patron of Samudhra right from its inception.
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