Quote was strictly not mine: Sitharaman clarifies remarks on CAG report

September 11, 2017 13:39

The new Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has clarified remarks regarding the CAG report that highlights the shortage of ammunition in the Indian Army.

The defence minister said, "The question asked to me had no reference to the CAG. My reply was procurement is a continuing process, gaps will be filled. In none of my answers did I mention CAG. Putting 2 & 2 together, a quote has been created, which was strictly not mine."

Earlier on Sunday, a PTI report stated that Sitharaman had dismissed as factually wrong a CAG's report which had stated that the defence forces had ammunition that could last for 20 days in the event of a war, and asserted there was no dearth of weapons with the defence forces.

She was quoted by PTI as saying, "Facts were wrong and it was unnecessary to debate on the issue, she told reporters. "After taking the charge of defence ministry, I have discussed the issue with senior officers and experts. Purchasing weapons is a continuous process, she said.

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