In Letters (#316) Sam Cowan's long letter on Maina was touching, thought-provoking, and disturbing. It is indeed a pity people have to face such ordeals from both the service personnel and the rebels. But right now, with the ceasefire and the talks, I feel it is not the appropriate moment to remind ourselves of the outrages committed by both sides. This is a time for reconciliation and forgiveness. Every Nepali here and settled abroad should now work to find a solution so that horrendous incidents like Maina's are not repeated. May her soul rest in peace. All Nepalis sympathise with her family and beg their forgiveness.

Dr Amrit KC,
Bishalnagar