On 2026-10-18, an audit report was released, revealing significant financial irregularities in Pakistan's Ministry of Communications, amounting to over Rs. 222 billion during the fiscal year 2022‑23. The report highlights cases of fraud, theft, recruitment irregularities, procurement losses, and unauthorized bank dealings.
In 40 cases of fraud, theft, and robbery, the audit identified irregularities worth Rs. 48.8 million. Four recruitment cases involved irregularities of Rs. 2.73 billion. Five procurement cases caused a loss of more than Rs. 3.26 billion to the national exchequer. Unauthorized administrative dealings with a commercial bank caused a further loss of Rs. 20.85 billion.
The audit report notes that the largest share of irregularities was found in 15 cases, which account for the bulk of the Rs. 222 billion.
Unauthorized administrative dealings with a commercial bank caused a further loss of Rs.
The findings raise concerns about the management and accountability of public funds in the ministry, with potential broader implications for the effective use of public resources and the overall financial health of the ministry.