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Indian activist to end hunger strike
Anna Hazare relents after parliament expressed non-binding support for parts of his anti-graft plan.
Last Modified: 27 Aug 2011 20:52

India's anti-corruption campaigner Anna Hazare has agreed to end his hunger strike on Sunday.

Hazare has been on a fast-unto-death protest against corruption in the country.

He agreed to end his 12-day fast, which has galvanised people's support across the nation, after India's parliament unanimously backed his demands.

Prerna Suri reports from New Delhi.
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