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- While the physical studio for Local Arbol in Jalandhar is still under development, Kohli hopes it will eventually become a space where people can step away from the noise of constant digital communication and reconnect with creativity, reflection and the quiet joy of writing on paper.
- At just 25, Stuti Kohli has traded a promising corporate marketing career in Toronto for a quieter but deeply meaningful venture in Jalandhar — an art-based community club dedicated to the timeless charm of handwritten letters.
- Each delivery from the studio includes a carefully penned handwritten letter, art prints and postcards designed by the team, and even a curated music playlist intended to accompany the reading experience.
The story of a young entrepreneur returning home to follow her creative calling is resonating with many in Punjab. At just 25, Stuti Kohli has traded a promising corporate marketing career in Toronto for a quieter but deeply meaningful venture in Jalandhar — an art-based community club dedicated to the timeless charm of handwritten letters.
Kohli recently launched Local Arbol, a unique initiative that seeks to revive the emotional connection associated with handwritten communication in an era dominated by instant messaging and emails. Through the club, members receive thoughtfully curated packages that celebrate the experience of writing and reading letters.
Participants can join the community by registering online and booking a package. Each delivery from the studio includes a carefully penned handwritten letter, art prints and postcards designed by the team, and even a curated music playlist intended to accompany the reading experience.
“The idea is to encourage people to slow down and rediscover the value of thoughtful communication,” Kohli explains. “In today’s fast digital world, handwritten letters feel personal, intentional and deeply human.”
To maintain the intimate nature of the experience, the club releases themed letter editions every few months. Each edition is limited to just 50 members, ensuring that every package feels special and personal.
The inspiration for the concept dates back to the COVID-19 lockdowns, when Kohli was completing her undergraduate studies in Sonepat. During that time, most conversations had shifted to screens — video calls, texts and social media. Wanting to add a personal touch to festive greetings, she began sending handwritten letters along with Diwali gifts to friends.
“That moment made me realise how powerful handwritten words can be,” she recalls. “It creates a connection that digital messages rarely do.”
Despite moving to Toronto in 2022 for a corporate marketing role, the idea of building a creative venture centered around letters and art stayed with her. After spending nearly two years abroad, Kohli decided to return to her hometown and turn that idea into reality.
While the physical studio for Local Arbol in Jalandhar is still under development, Kohli hopes it will eventually become a space where people can step away from the noise of constant digital communication and reconnect with creativity, reflection and the quiet joy of writing on paper.
Through her venture, Kohli hopes to remind people that sometimes the most meaningful messages are the ones written slowly, by hand, and sent with care.
