CSD Canteen Facilities for Retired Defence Civilians – September 2015
Good news for retired defence civilians: the Government has extended CSD canteen facilities to them, covering retirees from the Ministry of Defence, Defence Accounts, Defence Audit, MES, Border Roads and other departments. Forwarded by the CGDA on 21 September 2015, this document includes the Army Headquarters letter of 12 August 2015 explaining the full process. Eligible pensioners can buy from grocery stores only (no liquor), with smart cards valid for 10 years and renewable every year. Applications go to the nearest URC with the PPO, retirement order, address proof, PAN and a fee of ₹135, after being countersigned by an officer not below Under Secretary rank. The application form is attached. Read the full document for eligibility and the complete procedure.
