New Delhi, Oct 21: Anti-graft ombudsman Lokpal has floated a tender to procure seven luxurious BMW cars, collectively worth around Rs 5 crore, drawing condemnation from opposition parties and anti-corruption activists who questioned the institution’s priorities and performance record.
According to the tender and the manufacturer’s website, the long-wheelbase sedan, with an on-road price of approximately Rs 69.5 lakh per unit in Delhi, is described as the longest and most spacious car in the segment designed for outstanding comfort in an extremely luxurious cabin.
“The Lokpal of India invites open tenders from reputed agencies for supply of seven BMW 3 series 330Li cars to the Lokpal of India,” read the tender floated on October 16 which specifically mentioned procurement of the ‘M Sport’ model with “long wheelbase” and in white colour. (PTI)
