Leave Mr. Chidambaram undisturbed

The matter that finance minister Chidambaram's wife appearing in a case for CBDT has become the latest problem to affect the normal functioning of the Parliament. Without deviating from their stereotype behaviour, the opposition- BJP specifically aims for his head.

Agreed that it is improper for a relative of the minister to take up some job that includes monetary benefits. It might have been impropriety on Ms. Chidambaram's part to have accepted the offer of CBDT, but this by itself doesn't merit the resignation of Mr. Chidambaram. Also, when Mr. Chidambaram says that he was kept in dark, it should be taken at face value.

We should keep in mind that PC is one of few ministers in UPA govt. who deserves to be a minister. He is honest, efficient, knows the subject and a no-nonsense person. He has been doing a good job as FM so far and we certainly require such persons in the ministry.

This hue and cry should stop forthwith and he should be allowed to do his job.