People power at this historic ground comes from neighbouring states like Punjab, Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh, adding to the droves from Delhi.

The Tricolour rules at the ground. People wave it; wear it (as headbands and wristbands or painted on cheeks). The going price for wearing patriotism on the cheek – about Rs10.

Almost everyone has it as they make their way to the ground early in the morning. The historic ground makes no distinction as farmer and student, businessmen and housewives, families and individuals, stand shoulder-to-shoulder. They come to keep the vigil alive, to ensure support for Anna Hazare doesn't dwindle out in this bustling city.

As the crowd swells, there's a fight for space and the need to tell their story, to omnipresent cameras waiting to capture the best “byte”. The protesters don't mind. They are willing to talk. After all it was the desire to talk, the wish to be heard and counted as voices that drew them here. This is how their message goes out.