Hazare’s fast has created turmoil in peoples mind : Modi

He said Anna's fast had created an atmosphere similar to that in 1974.

Bihar Deputy Chief Minister S K Modi said Anna Hazare’s ‘crusade’ had evoked widespread support from the people and had virtually agitated and created a turmoil in the people’s psyche against corruption.

Addressing reporters on the sidelines of a function organised by SC/ST Welfare Department,he said Anna’s fast had created an atmosphere similar to that in 1974.

“Anna received similar type of support for his crusade against corruption as by Jayaprakash Narayan during the 1974 students’ movement+,he said.

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Expressing concern over Anna’s health,Modi said it was a matter of great relief that the veteran social activist had decided to break his indefinite fast.

The Bihar government was firm in its resolve against corruption,he added.

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