Dear friends,
This letter is long overdue. It took us a while to navigate through the first few days of reunion with family and friends, and cope with the media which stalked us at every step.
Our heartfelt thanks to all those who associated themselves with the nationwide and international campaign for the release of Dr Binayak Sen. The outcome of the campaign has vindicated our stand and is a glowing affirmation to the voice of the people.
We thank especially all who took part in the demonstrations and satyagraha in Raipur and other cities, and the distinguished legal voices that upheld our cause at different times. We also thank the many friends who offered us their warmth and friendship in bleak times.
We remember also at this time the many others who continue to be incarcerated under similar charges, the many prisoners who are victims of a legal system that makes nonsense of their lives, and the thousands upon thousands of our compatriots who remain displaced, terrorized, and hungry.
Binayak and Ilina