Paper leak is corruption, shatters dreams, aspirations of students: CJI Sanjiv Khanna

Chief Justice of India Sanjiv Khanna describing the paper leak as a corruption said it shatters the dreams and aspirations of countless students, deeply affecting the right to public education and the ability to secure jobs.

Each instance of such corruption diminishes the public's trust, he cautioned.

Mere establishment of the Lokpal does not solve the problem of corruption and the anti-corruption ombudsman must coordinate seamlessly with agencies like the Central Vigilance Commission, Khanna said on Thursday.



Speaking at an event to commemorate the first Lokpal Day, the CJI said Lokpal is of paramount importance for constitutional schemes because it carries an antidote of corruption. "Mere establishment of Lokpal does not solve the problem of corruption. For Lokpal to attain its full potential, it must coordinate seamlessly with bodies like the Central Vigilance Commission and other agencies. Smooth collaboration is essential for guiding investigation. Lokpal's success will hinge on public trust and engaged citizenry determined to root out corruption," Khanna said.


Speaking on the occasion, Lokpal chairperson and former Supreme Court Judge Ajay Manikrao Khanwilkar said efforts are being made to integrate state-of-the-art technology and systems to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the processes.