A Powerful Lot

The people on the High and Mighty list have done themselves and the nation proud (“Hail the Helmsmen”, April 16). They have positively grown and contributed to the nation’s growth. The list is source of inspiration for our future leaders. The rise of Anna Hazare has been phenomenal. His fight for the Lokpal Bill and ending corruption has found a huge following in the country. Though his ill-health has become a handicap, he is trying his level best to achieve his aim. As a young student, I feel inspired by these people.

MANTHAN THAKKAR, Pune The political top 10 list is reflective of the present political scenario. Sonia Gandhi is still going strong. However, the most surprising package of the Assembly elections was the rise of Akhilesh Yadav, who quietly planted himself on the Uttar Pradesh chief minister’s chair. Hopefully, a better administration will be established in the state.

RAJAT KAPOOR, Karad Your Power List seems very accurate and in tune with the times. It shows how the trend is changing. Politicians are no longer the class with influence, rather businessmen and people from other walks of life are making news and contributing to the society in a much better way. Anna Hazare was the most deserving addition to the list. I was, however, disappointed with the poor ranking of Sachin Tendulkar.

TARUN KOHLI, Haldwani