30th July, 2003
Ministry of Defence  


DEFENCE PROCUREMENT


RAJYA SABHA

It is incorrect to say that there is an atmosphere of fear in the Ministry of Defence which is adversely affecting the Defence Preparedness of the country. Due to some developments that took place in the last 2 years or so, some officers may be a little hesitant in taking decisions. Efforts are being made to see that any hesitation on their part is removed and the work of defence acquisition is speeded up.

This information was given by the Defence Minister Shri George Fernandes in a written reply to Vijay J Darda in Rajya Sabha today.