‘We should pledge to eliminate corruption’

Bengaluru: It is the right time for legislature and the judiciary to curb the menace of corruption which is more dangerous than the disease of cancer, Justice B Veerappa, senior judge of the high court, said on Wednesday.
He was replying to the farewell address organised by the chairman of Karnataka State Bar Council (KSBC) on his superannuation.
“It (corruption) is a major obstacle for the growth of the country and the future generation.We, the judges and lawyers, and staff of the entire judicial system should pledge to eliminate corruption. We should become a role model to other organs of the state. It is the right time for both lawyers and judges to instil confidence in the minds of the public and protect the majesty of this institution,” Justice Veerappa said.
Chief Justice Prasanna B Varale said Justice Veerappa was known for his fearlessness, straightforward approach and sometimes, “roar, and that earned him the fame as Tiger”.
KSBC chairman HL Vishalaraghu complimented Justice Veerappa for his service rendered to the institution of judiciary and mentioned several of his judgments.