(a) whether the Government has spent substantial funds for the modernization/upgradation of the Central Ordnance
Depot (COD), Kanpur including its workshop;
(b) if so, the details thereof;
(c) whether any violation of the laid down norms/irregularities have been reported in the upgradation work;
(d) if so, whether the Government has inquired into the matter; and
(e) if so, the details thereof and the action taken against the officials found guilty?
MINISTER OF DEFENCE (SHRI A.K. ANTONY)
(a) to (e): The modernisation of COD Kanpur was completed on 31.3.2009. After modernization, the Depot has modern
warehouses, security and fire fighting infrastructure. Modern Material Handling Equipments with automated / mechanised
storage and retrieval system have been installed for efficient working. No report of any violation of the laid down
norms or other irregularities in the upgradation work has been received in the Ministry of Defence.