Saturday, December 31, 2011

“విద్యే అందరికీ అద్భుత ఆయుధం” plus 5 more

“విద్యే అందరికీ అద్భుత ఆయుధం” plus 5 more


విద్యే అందరికీ అద్భుత ఆయుధం

Posted: 31 Dec 2011 09:14 AM PST



Courtesy: Sakshi

లోకాయుక్త కోసం పోరాటం: జేపీ

Posted: 31 Dec 2011 09:05 AM PST


Courtesy: Eenadu

లోక్ పాల్ బిల్లు అడ్డుకోవడంలో విపక్షం వీరోచిత పోరు

Posted: 31 Dec 2011 09:04 AM PST


Courtesy: Andhra Jyothy

Stalling of Lok Pal bill a conspiracy

Posted: 31 Dec 2011 08:57 AM PST

Lok Satta Party president Jayprakash Narayan has accused both the Treasury and the Opposition benches of hatching a conspiracy to block the Lok Pal Bill in Parliament.

Narayan, who was here on Friday to participate in a function organised by Bhashyam School was addressing a press conference.

He said all the three parties to the drama, the government, the Opposition and the civil society leaders have failed the people in this regard.

Those leaders who extended their support to Anna Hazare's movement for strong Lok Pal in States were seen colluding with those who opposed the Bill in Delhi. Unnecessary stress was laid on the CBI and its jurisdiction in the debate. It was a deliberate ploy to divert the attention of the House from the main issue.

He also found fault with the contention that injustice was done to States with mentioning of Lok Ayuktas in the Bill. It was clearly mentioned in the Bill, that Lok Ayuktas would come into force only after the respective State assemblies passed the Bill.

It was unfortunate that unnecessary ruckus was created on Lok Ayukta issue. 'Everybody is after publicity. No party is genuinely interested in passing the Lok Pal Bill," he observed.

Political gain, apprehensions that they would be exposed in the event of the Bill taking a shape and ego problems had come in the way of the Bill, he analysed.

He also blamed the civil society leaders for their adamant attitude towards the Bill. There should be give-and-take attitude.

The finest laws of the State had not been made in a single day, he said.

Narayan said that his party would take up agitation in favour of a strong Lok Ayukta in States on the lines of Lok Pal at the Centre.

Turning to State politics, he observed that the ruling party and the Opposition enacted the no-confidence motion drama for their own political benefits.

Courtesy: The Hans India

అభిప్రాయ భేదాలను అధిగమించి అవినీతి నిరోధక వ్యవస్థలను సాధించుకోగలం

Posted: 31 Dec 2011 08:51 AM PST


We can and will overcome differences on Anti corruption mechanisms: Dr. JP

Posted: 31 Dec 2011 08:40 AM PST

The Lok Satta Party today called upon people not to yield to despair in the wake of Parliament's failure to adopt the Lokpal and Lokayuktas Bill but work relentlessly for the creation of strong anti corruption mechanisms at the national, State and local levels.

Had the Government, all political parties and civil society acted with greater grace, tolerance, dignity and wisdom, we would have had by now strong, independent and durable institutions to combat corruption, said Lok Satta Party President Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan in a media statement.

"But all is not lost since political parties have to respond to people's deep urge for a corruption-free society. Our differences are far narrower than they appear to be. We can bridge the differences and pave way for the anti corruption mechanisms in the Budget session of Parliament. In addition to creation of the Lokpal, Lokayuktas and local ombudsmen, there is need to strengthen the anti corruption law providing for confiscation of properties of the corrupt, institution of judicial and political reforms and empowerment of people at the grassroots level."

Conveying his greetings to all sections of people on the eve of the New Year, Dr. JP said that in the march of a great and ancient nation, there are inevitably many triumphs and tribulations. "Let us on this occasion recall our triumphs and count our blessings. If we work together, we can and will surely overcome hurdles and build a better India for the future of our children."

Dr. JP said that although there are many problems confronting us, there are many exciting opportunities. "In spite of recent hiccups, we are recording a reasonably high growth rate. Our people are hard working, youth idealistic and families, bastions of stability and harmony. We have the technology and resources to overcome many challenges ahead of ours.

"But for us to realize our potential, we have to transcend petty differences of caste, religion, region and language and think of ourselves as Indians first. We need to transcend rigid orthodoxy and embrace innovations and practical solutions to eliminate poverty and create wealth. Above all, we should be determined to work together, overcoming narcissism of small differences and focusing on the big picture. Our incapacity to overcome petty differences in the last few months has cost the nation dear," Dr. JP pointed out.

Thursday, December 29, 2011

“30న గుంటూరు వద్ద ఆర్.వి.ఆర్. & జె.సి కళాశాల రజతోత్సవ వేడుకలకు జేపీ” plus 1 more

“30న గుంటూరు వద్ద ఆర్.వి.ఆర్. & జె.సి కళాశాల రజతోత్సవ వేడుకలకు జేపీ” plus 1 more


30న గుంటూరు వద్ద ఆర్.వి.ఆర్. & జె.సి కళాశాల రజతోత్సవ వేడుకలకు జేపీ

Posted: 29 Dec 2011 05:24 AM PST


Dr. JP taking part in RVR & JC College function

Posted: 29 Dec 2011 05:21 AM PST

Lok Satta Party President Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan will be taking part in the silver jubilee celebrations of the R. V. R. & J. C. College of Engineering near Guntur on Friday, December 30.

The management has invited Dr. JP to be the distinguished guest for the silver jubilee valedictory function.

Wednesday, December 28, 2011

“అక్కినేని కుటుంబసభ్యులకు లోక్ సత్తా ప్రగాఢ సానుభూతి” plus 1 more

Tuesday, December 27, 2011

“భారతదేశం గెలిస్తే ఎవరు ఓడిపోతారు - గట్టి లోక్ పాల్ తెచ్చే అవకాశాన్ని జారవిడవద్దు: జేపీ విజ్ఞప్తి” plus 1 more

“భారతదేశం గెలిస్తే ఎవరు ఓడిపోతారు - గట్టి లోక్ పాల్ తెచ్చే అవకాశాన్ని జారవిడవద్దు: జేపీ విజ్ఞప్తి” plus 1 more


భారతదేశం గెలిస్తే ఎవరు ఓడిపోతారు - గట్టి లోక్ పాల్ తెచ్చే అవకాశాన్ని జారవిడవద్దు: జేపీ విజ్ఞప్తి

Posted: 27 Dec 2011 05:08 AM PST




Who loses if India wins - Lok Satta’s plea for resolute action on Lokpal

Posted: 27 Dec 2011 02:31 AM PST

The Lokpal / Lokayukta debate has reached the final stage, with the Parliament due to vote on the Bill by December 29.

Anna's leadership has galvanized the middle classes and youth across the country, and sensitized the political parties and government to the urgent need for resolute action. The Lokpal, Lokayuktas Bill presented to Parliament is a vast improvement on the past Bills, and is directly a product of civil society involvement and public pressure.

However, this Bill has serious lacunae which need to be addressed before the law is enacted.

  1. The Lokpal / Lokayuktas have no powers of suo-motu enquiry. Such powers are vital to enhance the efficacy of these ombudsmen, and ability to gather intelligence, particularly about collusive corruption. If a complaint of a citizen is mandatory, many cases of gross corruption may escape attention as false, frivolous or vexatious complaints will invite penalties (Section 46 of the Bill). In many cases, there can only be grave suspicion and circumstantial evidence, and direct evidence of corruption will not be forthcoming. Absence of powers of suo-motu enquiry will convert Lokpal/ Lokayukta into a reactive, passive post-office. We need pro-active, innovative ombudsman. The earlier Bill provided for suo-motu enquiry. There is no rational explanation for its deletion in the Bill now, and this omission should be rectified.

  2. Lokayukta should be part of the central law as envisaged in the present Bill. Article 253 clearly gives parliament the power to make legislation since the United Nations Convention Against Corruption has been ratified by India on May 1, 2011. The argument that such a provision in a central law is against federalism is disingenuous. We cannot have a movement in every state to create Lokayukta. In any case, this Bill is a part of procedural law dealing with investigations and prosecution of corruption offences. This is entirely within the Parliament's jurisdiction. The power of appoint the Lokayukta and other related matters vest in the States. Creation of Lokayuktas is the need of the hour, and any efforts to delete Lokayukta provisions from the central law should be firmly resisted and rebuffed.

  3. It is vital to have Local Ombudsmen in States under Lokayukta's control and supervision. These local ombudsmen, one per district, can deal with lower bureaucracy, and will report to Lokayukta. Thus, jurisdiction over local bureaucracy will vest in Lokayukta even as the institution is not swamped by cases of petty corruption.

  4. Anti-Corruption Bureaux at State level are completely untouched by the present Bill. Unless they are directly under Lokayukta's superintendence, status quo will continue and they will be politically manipulated. Unlike in case of the CBI, the appointments of ACB director and senior officials are completely under political control in states. The appointment of director of CBI by a collegiums of PM, Leader of Opposition and Chief Justice of India is a vast improvement. Officials of CBI are appointed under CVC Act by a collegiums headed by full CVC. In states no such provisions exist. It is vital that ACB is brought under Lokayukta's superintendence.

  5. Section 6A of the Delhi Police Special Establishment Act, Section 19 of Prevention of Corruption Act, and Section 197 of CrPC continue unchanged, and only cases referred by Lokpal / Lokayukta are exempted from these legal impediments. CBI and ACB are rendered ineffective to act independently in respect of cases directly taken up by them. This is a travesty of rule of law, and makes these agencies helpless in combating corruption. These three provisions should be completely repealed. If any prior sanction of prosecution is deemed necessary, such powers should be vested in the Lokpal / Lokayukta.

All these improvements are rational, balanced, and in public interest. There is no case to deny these amendments. Until these changes are incorporated, the Bill before Parliament continues to be defective. Therefore, Anna is right in arguing for improvements in the law before enactment.

We have come a long distance over the past few months – thanks to public pressure and enlightened political response. Both people and Parliament are partners, not adversaries. We now need wisdom and foresight to do the right thing and inspire confidence in the nation that public interest is fully protected. In pursuit of this goal, we are all one – there is no distinction of party, creed, region or language. There is no civil society – politician divide. We all stand together for this common cause.

We earnestly appeal to all the political parties and Members of Parliament to set aside their differences and act in concert decisively to create a durable, strong, independent machinery all across the nation to exorcise the canker of corruption from our body politic. This is a priceless opportunity to move India into a higher orbit, and it should not be squandered.

As Jawaharlal Nehru admonished us wisely, "Who loses if India wins; And who gains if India loses!"

Dr Jayaprakash Narayan

Lok Satta

Saturday, December 24, 2011

కోమటిరెడ్డి, మహారథి కుటుంబాలకు జేపీ పరామర్శ

కోమటిరెడ్డి, మహారథి కుటుంబాలకు జేపీ పరామర్శ


కోమటిరెడ్డి, మహారథి కుటుంబాలకు జేపీ పరామర్శ

Posted: 24 Dec 2011 03:44 AM PST


Friday, December 23, 2011

“అవినీతి కేసుల్ని సొంతంగా చేపట్టే అధికారాలు లోక్ పాల్, లోకాయుక్తలకు ఉండాలి: జేపీ” plus 1 more

“అవినీతి కేసుల్ని సొంతంగా చేపట్టే అధికారాలు లోక్ పాల్, లోకాయుక్తలకు ఉండాలి: జేపీ” plus 1 more


అవినీతి కేసుల్ని సొంతంగా చేపట్టే అధికారాలు లోక్ పాల్, లోకాయుక్తలకు ఉండాలి: జేపీ

Posted: 23 Dec 2011 03:26 AM PST




Lokpal and Lokayuktas should inquire into Corruption instances suo moto: Dr. JP

Posted: 23 Dec 2011 03:20 AM PST

Lok Satta Party President Dr. Jayaprakash Narayan today demanded that the Lokpal at the national level and Lokayuktas in States should be armed with powers to take up corruption cases suo moto.

Addressing a media conference on the Lokapal and Lokayukta Bill now before Parliament, Dr. JP pointed out that under the present provisions in the Bill the ombudsmen can take up cases only when there are specific complaints. People will be deterred from lodging specific complaints because of the provision that those who make false, frivolous and vexatious complaints invite a jail term of up to one year and a fine of Rs.100000.

The ombudsmen should look into cases where circumstantial evidence warrants an inquiry without waiting for a complaint. None can make a specific complaint with evidence of hundreds of crores of rupees changing hands in cases like allocation of the 2-G spectrum or award of contracts under Jalayagnam in Andhra Pradesh, although it is public knowledge that they reeked of corruption. Otherwise, monumental and startling cases of corruption go without a probe and the guilty being punished.

For the ombudsmen to be effective, they should be provided an independent intelligence wing, Dr. JP suggested. Only when the ombudsmen have knowledge of issues and reputation of public servants can they make rational judgments as to the relative importance to be accorded to the cases before them. Otherwise, trivial cases will dominate at the cost of important cases of gross corruption of those in high office.

Dr. JP said that although the Lokpal and the Lokayuktas have been freed from seeking prior Government permission for inquiring into and launching prosecution in corruption cases coming up before them, the Central Bureau of Investigation and the Anti Corruption Bureaus have not been freed from taking prior clearances in cases handled by them directly. Therefore, Section 6 A of the CBI Act (Delhi Special Police Establishment Act), Section 19 of the Prevention of Corruption Act, and Section 197 of the Criminal Procedure Code should be repealed.

Dr. JP said that although the Bill takes great care in regard to the selection of the CBI chief and other officials, it fails to address the appointment of Anti Corruption Bureau Directors and others in States.

States have become the epicenters of corruption in the post-liberalization era. Of the total 2.2 crore Government employees in the country, the States account for nearly 1.6 crore. Of the 5000 total legislators in the country, 4000 are in States. Of the 700 ministers both at the Center and in States, 600 are in States. For tackling corruption at the State level which hurts a vast majority of people, the ACB should be autonomous and independent and not be at the mercy of those in power.

Dr. JP said that the ombudsmen would have to be judicious in taking up cases for inquiry as there is the prospect of their being flooded with cases against thousands of people who have all been brought under their purview. In the ideal situation, the ombudsmen would focus on Ministers and legislators at the Center and in States and top officials. They should not equate a person accepting Rs.100 with a Minister accepting crores of rupees as a bribe, a probability if the ombudsmen go by the letter of the law.

Dr. JP said that to fight corruption some more laws like the one drafted by the Law Commission for attachment of the entire property of the corrupt person, and another to go into cases of collusive corruption are necessary. The mechanism to unearth black money should be strengthened.

Lok Satta Party's acting Working President V. Laxman Balaji and General Secretary Katari Srinivasa Rao took part in the media meet.