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Governor's decision

There is no surprise in Uttar Pradesh Governor T.V. Rajeswar's denial of sanction to the CBI to prosecute Chief Minister Mayawati in the Taj Heritage Corridor case (editorial "A strange decision," June 7).

The denial of sanction in cases that pertain to political victimisation or rivalry is understandable, but not in cases that involve corruption. Worse, it has been done despite the Supreme Court's efforts to keep the case alive.

Lt. Col. Pradip Singh,
Alwar

Isn't it obvious that the decision is based on political considerations? Ms. Mayawati's reaction to the development is a clear indicator of the understanding between her and the UPA Government.

J. Anantha Padmanabhan,
Srirangam

It is quite natural for any leader who has secured a huge mandate in the elections to bargain for his or her pound of flesh when his or her support becomes crucial for a government. But it was not expected of a constitutional authority to cave in to such pressure. The fact that the Supreme Court can review executive decisions offers the hope that justice will triumph after the heat and dust of the presidential election settle.

Capt. T. Raju (retd.),
Secunderabad

No doubt the Governor's decision is open to judicial review. But by the time the court gives its verdict, one way or the other, both the UPA and the BSP will have got what they want.

Seshagiri Row Karry,
San Jose, California

The editorial has rightly questioned the Governor's decision. It is strange how, after the Central Vigilance Commission concluded that there was sufficient evidence to prosecute Ms. Mayawati, the Governor could assume the role of a judge and categorically state that there was no prima facie case against the Chief Minister.

S. Gurumurthy,
Chennai

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