New Delhi: The CBI on Thursday quizzed a senior Indian Air Force (IAF) officer as witness in connection with alleged corruption in the Rs 3,546-crore VVIP helicopter deal in which former Air Chief Shasi P Tyagi is one of the suspects. Without naming the officer, CBI sources said an Air Marshal-level officer was examined as witness to clarify technical issues related to the tender of 12 helicopters for which UK-based AgustaWestland was chosen as successful bidder.
Sources said the agency wanted to know details of alterations done in the chopper's specifications and whether it had suited the UK firm. ACM Tyagi was booked by the CBI along with 12 others, including his three cousins, for alleged cheating, corruption and criminal conspiracy in the deal and searches were carried out at 14 locations, including his residence.
17/05/13 Times of India
