Security Lapses Exposed at Ordnance Factory Varangaon After Theft of High-Powered Rifles
Security Lapses Exposed at Ordnance Factory Varangaon After Theft of High-Powered Rifles ( Representational Image )
A recent security inspection by the Intelligence Bureau (IB) at the Ordnance Factory Varangaon (OFV) has revealed critical security concerns, following the theft of three AK-47 and two Israeli-made Galil rifles between October 19 and 21.
The IB, which conducts security audits of key defence establishments every five years, recommended modernizing security measures, including enhanced technology and strategic point coverage. The audit highlighted rusting fencing wire, watchtower conditions, and other infrastructure issues.
General Manager Mahesh Shinde confirmed this to media person and said that the factory is implementing measures to strengthen security, but details remain undisclosed.
Meanwhile, Jalgaon police, led by Superintendent Maheshwar Reddy, have formed five investigation teams and conducted a combing operation with 200 personnel from various units. Statements from 20 employees have been recorded, but no specific leads have been found.
The factory’s security is currently managed by the Defence Security Corps and private personnel. Additional security checkpoints have been created, including six on the Madhya Pradesh border.
