I defend my writing on the Nepali diaspora in the UK and Reading ('Nepalis go underground in Britain, #230) and on the division of the Nepali community along ethnic lines. But it was due to editorial alterations in Kathmandu that the article cast aspersions on PhD scholar Badri Bastakoti. If I could turn back the clock, I would undoubtedly write in a way that would more accurately reflect the nuances of such an intricate subject. I have been following the developments in Reading since my article came out and there is an effective status quo in place. Our community continues to attend Reading hospital's facilities and supermarket floors. But over the months, I have learned that there are also a considerable number of intellectually invigorating Nepalis like Badri Bastakoti and numerous others who lead and inspire our community. I now know better than I did two months ago because of the Reading Nepali community's efforts to educate me. In the days to come, I hope to continue learning more and engaging in genuine debate about the role of the Nepali diaspora.

Pranav Budhathoki,
London