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Integrated Headquarters
Min of Def (Army)
Quartermasters Generals Branch
Dy Dte Gen Canteen Services
New Delhi – 110 001

No. 96027/Q/DDGCS 22nd Sep 2008

MONETARY LIMITS FOR ALL RANKS FOR

PURCHASE OF CSD STORES (GROCERY ITEMS)

1. A number of representations were being received from various quarters asking for
upward revision of the laid down limits.

2. With effect from 01 Jan 2009, following will be purchase limits for purchase of
CSD stores.

Non AFD Items AFD Items

S. No. Rank (Value below Rs. 500/- (Value above Rs. 500/-
Per Month) Per Month)
a) Officer & equivalent Rs. 7,500/- Rs. 95,000/-

b) JCOs & equivalent Rs. 5,000/- Rs. 65,000/-

c) ORs & equivalent Rs. 3,500/- Rs. 40,000/-

3. Local restrictions on lower monetary limits on grocery may be laid by canteen

management for implementation in their respective canteens.

4. Commanders at all levels will ensure liquor is given strictly as per scale. No
excess liquor above authorization will be given by any canteen without permission of
Station Commander.

5. Unit Run Canteens management will ensure attractive items are sold only to
authorised personnel as on required basis on not in excess quantity. Strict watch be
maintained where there is large difference in CSD and market rates such as suitcases,
watches, pressure cookers, fans and other attractive toiletry and cosmetic items. Profile of
customers be strictly watched for spending beyond means.

6. Formation HQs will institute svl measures to ensure CSD goods do not find way to
civil market.

7. Strict disciplinary action be initiated against personnel indulging in any mal

practice or illegal activity including sale of CSD items to unauthorised persons.

8. Contents of this letter be disseminated to all concerned under your Command.

Sd/-
(BK Pandey)
Lt Col
Jt Dir
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