Fighting corruption

Sir, - Your Editorial, ``Combating Corruption'' (Sept. 18): The Chief Vigilance Commissioner's guide is indeed a bold step in fighting corruption. Wide publicity should be given to it and copies must be made available to the public on demand. It is shocking to learn that India is one of the most corrupt countries in the world; more corrupt than Botswana .

The Tehelka episode should be an eye-opener to us. Wherever Government money is spent or collected there should be tight scrutiny. The law enforcement and revenue officials who are entrusted with verification and administration of Government projects should be closely watched. One of the best ways to reduce corruption in public life is to make laws simple and transparent.

Pillai Das,

Alappuzha, Kerala

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