theironhorse
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Plasma TVs from CSD Canteen
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posting on a 2 y old thread ???
@sanchits, groceries and consumer durables are available to serving and ex-service personnel from Armed Forces from CSD canteen because of exemption of Central Exercise duty provided by the Government of India for sales through that channel.
I'm not sure if you are one but if so, the right place to know about how to go about buying it would be available to you from your work place.
A word of caution to you. Due to dynamic market conditions and red tape associated with listing of products in CSD, more often than not, only outdated models are models are sold in CSD Canteens for such gadgets. Though I'm entitled to buy from CSD Canteen, since they were selling Panasonic Plasma X10 whereas X30 is available in outside market, I chose to buy it from outside never mind the higher cost.
I'm not sure if you are one but if so, the right place to know about how to go about buying it would be available to you from your work place.
A word of caution to you. Due to dynamic market conditions and red tape associated with listing of products in CSD, more often than not, only outdated models are models are sold in CSD Canteens for such gadgets. Though I'm entitled to buy from CSD Canteen, since they were selling Panasonic Plasma X10 whereas X30 is available in outside market, I chose to buy it from outside never mind the higher cost.
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Dear Capt Rajesh,
Greetings. I am a Fauji kid (Dad was in the IAF, Uncles in Army) so I'm also well versed with the CSD purchases. I am not sure if you've bought your TV so want to share a few comments in here. I stay in Mumbai so have access to both the Naval Canteen (INCS, the best stocked in India) and the CSD Unit canteen (Army and Naval).
1. There is no "inferior quality" or lack of warranty or any of that in the case of "limited" goods bought from a Defense canteen, eg Car, Bike, TV, AC, Fridge etc. In fact, the opposite is true because the items are bought directly from the Company/Dealer. You simply pay at Canteen but the goods are ordered, sold and delivered as if you bought it from the company.
The Company/Dealer sells it to you at reduced price as GOI reimburses the taxes to the company.
2. Choice: Yes, there might be a limited selection based on a location or Unit of a canteen. Capt - Here in Mumbai, you can get the latest Plasma and LED from the best brands including top of the line Plasma S and ST models, Sony W series and Samsungs.
3. Logistics: Pretty simple. You pay the check/draft and in 15 mins, your booking is done. Now a days you have Canteen smart cards - its instant. Then its up to the dealer or company to make the delivery.
4. Sidey deals/ Cheating: This is mainly for people who suggest some short-cuts or sweetheart deals. Please beware and refrain from such activity.
The Canteen services is a tiny benefit that the GOI provides to the men and women of our Defense forces and a few other Central Govt staff. It has nothing to do with taxes paid or white/black. The least us civilians can do is not to misuse it to save a few thousands.
Greetings. I am a Fauji kid (Dad was in the IAF, Uncles in Army) so I'm also well versed with the CSD purchases. I am not sure if you've bought your TV so want to share a few comments in here. I stay in Mumbai so have access to both the Naval Canteen (INCS, the best stocked in India) and the CSD Unit canteen (Army and Naval).
1. There is no "inferior quality" or lack of warranty or any of that in the case of "limited" goods bought from a Defense canteen, eg Car, Bike, TV, AC, Fridge etc. In fact, the opposite is true because the items are bought directly from the Company/Dealer. You simply pay at Canteen but the goods are ordered, sold and delivered as if you bought it from the company.
The Company/Dealer sells it to you at reduced price as GOI reimburses the taxes to the company.
2. Choice: Yes, there might be a limited selection based on a location or Unit of a canteen. Capt - Here in Mumbai, you can get the latest Plasma and LED from the best brands including top of the line Plasma S and ST models, Sony W series and Samsungs.
3. Logistics: Pretty simple. You pay the check/draft and in 15 mins, your booking is done. Now a days you have Canteen smart cards - its instant. Then its up to the dealer or company to make the delivery.
4. Sidey deals/ Cheating: This is mainly for people who suggest some short-cuts or sweetheart deals. Please beware and refrain from such activity.
The Canteen services is a tiny benefit that the GOI provides to the men and women of our Defense forces and a few other Central Govt staff. It has nothing to do with taxes paid or white/black. The least us civilians can do is not to misuse it to save a few thousands.
would you mind sharing panasonic CSD item codes for this year's plasmas? and samsung LEDs too? Coz once i have that, the rest is relatively simple.
vinehs
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A very useful and informative post.....i agree,
however being in the airforce myself...i must say that not all the latest models are available for purchase through authorized dealers ....the recent releases will take time to be available through CSD....
cheers
however being in the airforce myself...i must say that not all the latest models are available for purchase through authorized dealers ....the recent releases will take time to be available through CSD....
cheers
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