A week after the AgustaWestland VVIP helicopter scam blew up in the Government’s face, Defence Minister AK Antony admitted here on Tuesday that there was foul play in the Rs3,600 crore deal despite all precautions. He also ruled out his resignation in the wake of the scam and subsequent furore, and said he was prepared to explain everything in Parliament.
“I am sad and upset. Something happened somewhere,” he said, adding, “We have followed all the procedures. In spite of taking all precautions, including by the Ministry, IAF, SPG. One thing is clear that something happened somewhere.”
Antony refuted reports about his resignation and said “I will do my duty. I am now getting ready for the Parliament Session. We will explain everything in Parliament. We have nothing to hide. Our hands are very clean. Now we are preparing to face Parliament.”
20/02/13 Daily Pioneer
