Committed to Lokpal, says Rahul Gandhi

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New Delhi (IANS) , 17 Dec 2013

Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi has assured social activist Anna Hazare that he is committed to provide a strong Lokpal to the nation. "We are committed to provide a strong Lokpal system to the country," Rahul Gandhi said in a letter to Anna Hazare that was released to the media Tuesday. We respect your (Anna Hazare's) role and are grateful for your support," said Gandhi while replying to Anna's letter that was issued Sunday. Anna Hazare said in his letter that he welcomed Rahul Gandhi's comment on the Lokpal bill. He also requested Gandhi that the recommendation of the select committed of the Rajya Sabha should be included in the Lokpal bill. "I welcome your commitment. I request you to include the recommendation of the select committee in the bill and include any other points to make the Lokpal bill strong," Anna Hazare said.The bill is to be taken up in the Rajya Sabha Tuesday.