Sir — Parliament has finally passed the lokpal Bill. The success of the lokpal will depend on actual implementation, which requires honesty in approach. But honest people, especially in public office, are becoming a rare species in this country.
The people too are responsible for the state of affairs. Why do they bribe to get a job doneIJ People who want Government facilities have to pay officials; students who want admissions to colleges have to offer over and above the stated amount; youths who need employment have to find brokers who can, for a tidy sum, assure jobs. Will this state of affairs change with the lokpalIJ
There has been a suggestion that CCTV cameras must be installed in key sections of Government offices to capture wrongdoing. But that alone will not serve the purpose. There must also be audio-recording facilities so that conversations can be recorded. Is the Government ready for itIJ Meanwhile, we should not elect corrupt politicians, particularly those with criminal records. Unless each one of us stands up against corruption, the lokpal will not make much of a difference. But yes, the institution of lokpal is a right and significant step in combating corruption in public places.