AgustaWestland scam: Those linked to deal got good positions, says Parrikar

In a bid to buttress the allegations of Congress’ involvement in AgustaWestland scam, Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Sunday said all those who were linked to the tainted VVIP chopper deal were given ‘good positions’ following their retirement

By :  migrator
Update: 2016-05-08 14:49 GMT
Manohar Parrikar

New Delhi

Many people who had some links with Agusta, I am not saying illegitimate links, but some links with AgustaWestland procurement and supply, were given good positions,” Parrikar told PTI in an interview. He said, “They were close to the powers at that time. They were favourites. So obviously, they were placed there to ensure this deal goes through. It is an indirect evidence.” However, he said it was for the CBI and the Enforcement Directorate to decide whether to question the people concerned or not.

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