Question

You are Mr. Shyam Sundar, Professor of Psychology. You are invited by S.K.M. College, Mahboob Nagar to be the keynote speaker at its Annual Conclave on ‘Student Health – The Emotional Impact of Social Media.’ Draft a reply letter expressing your inability to accept the invitation and also cite a reason for refusal.

Hint:

When declining formal invitations, express gratitude for the opportunity, provide a polite reason for refusal, and extend your best wishes.

Answer 1

Letter of Refusal 

The Principal 
S.K.M. College 
Mahboob Nagar

Subject: Regret for Inability to Accept Invitation 

Dear Sir/Madam, 
I am honored by your invitation to be the keynote speaker at the Annual Conclave on ‘Student Health – The Emotional Impact of Social Media’ at your esteemed institution. However, I regret to inform you that I am unable to accept the invitation due to prior professional commitments. I sincerely appreciate the opportunity and hope to contribute in the future. Wishing you great success with the event. 

Yours sincerely, 
Shyam Sundar 
Professor of Psychology