Anna on stage on historic day
Anna Hazare, whose fast enters the 12th day today, has clearly stated that to end his hunger strike, Parliament must debate and pass a tough anti-corruption law.
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Day 12 unfolds at the Ramlila MaidanAnna's supporters wait for him to break his fast, which was due to start at 10 am today (Aug 28).
The gatherers listen to Team Anna's Arvind Kejriwal thank the Prime Minister, the Delhi Police and everybody involved in the entire anti-corruption campaign, before Anna breaks his fast in front of them. -
Day 12 unfolds at the Ramlila MaidanOn stage with Anna, Aamir Khan partook in Iftar, which takes place after Maghrib (sunset).
Iftar is the evening meal that Muslims eat during the month of Ramadan. Traditionally, Iftar is kickstarted by consuming haleem. -
Day 12 unfolds at the Ramlila MaidanIt's almost certain now that Anna Hazare will end his fast this evening. The 74-year-old activist is on the 12th day of his hunger strike. A debate in Parliament is expected to conclude with the acceptance of Anna's three demands for a new Lokpal or ombudsman committee in charge of investigating complaints against government servants. -
Day 12 unfolds at Ramlila MaidanHe tweeted: It was like meeting a true child saint. touched his cheeks just instinctively. He said "Mujhey Oorja mila hai aapkey aaney aur gaaney se." Told him so many have told me 2 touch u, thank u..and sent their strength to u. He smiled like an innocent child. -
Anna's protest enters day 11According to an eyewitness, the group of about seven to eight men, reportedly drunk, got into a tiff with some policemen deployed at the rear gate of the Ramlila Maiden around 3 am. They heckled the policemen and hit them with sticks when they tried to stop the group from opening the VIP gate.
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