CSD Canteen Profit Scandal

CSD Canteen Profit Scandal was brought to light by All India defence Civilians Canteen employees union Regd No 3947 today at women press club wherein Operation of the Military Canteens (CSD Canteens) in India with no transparency and employees without their rightful benefits was detailed: On representation,of Guardian foundation the NGO "The Defence Minister has ordered a Departmental Inquiry through the Defence Secretary. The Director (Q), Ministry of Defence is investigating the case. Consequent to non-cooperation from all three Services, the Inquiry could not be concluded as of date. In the news it is seen that the sitting Ministers are now reducing the expenditures by traveling in economy classes and canceling abroad trips. First of all, we should learn to utilize the existing resources and save money. Employees of the canteen are not given the any benefits of labour laws and does not hold minimum wages act: For instance, all the 3600 CSD canteens are fetching almost 6300 Cr of turnover per annum. Thereby, minimum 300 Cr profit is also being energized. Howevr, this is not revealed to Govt of India. These canteens are run as Private Venture of Army as of date. When a query through RTI was asked, it was clearly stated that these 3600 CSD canteens are 'Private Ventures of Army' and it has nothing to do with Govt at all. This declaration is very alarming. Had this CSD canteen (Retail) operations been controlled by the Govt and Audited by the CAG, the profit amounting to Rs. 300 Cr would have gone to the Consolidated Fund of India. Presently, this profit of 300 Cr is being used as per the discretion of Local Commanders. This system needs to be cleaned up at the earliest. Why CAG, CVC and Govt of India are not taking a notice of this venture ? Is the booty is shared at all the level ? Where are we heading ? Its shameful and painful indeed."