Government Ready For Talks on Lokpal Bill: P Chidambaram

The government is ready for talks on the Lokpal bill but it is for civil society leader Anna Hazare to decide, Home Minister P Chidambaram said on Friday. "It is for Hazare to decide (whether to take part in the discussion)," Chidambaram told a press conference here. Asked if the proposed fast by Hazare here from Aug 16 will be permitted, Chidambaram said the police will decide.