LAHORE: The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has taken decisive action against four Pakistan Customs officials for violating Civil Servants rules, emphasizing its commitment to ensuring accountability and maintaining discipline within its ranks.
According to an official notification issued on December 27, 2024, the FBR invoked its powers under Rule-5(1) of the Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 2020, to suspend the officials with immediate effect. The suspension will remain in place until the conclusion of disciplinary proceedings under the same rules.
The suspended officers, who were serving at the Collectorate of Customs in Sambrial, Sialkot, include:
1. Atif Hanif – Principal Appraiser (Time Scale-17)
2. Adnan – Appraising Officer (BS-16)
3. Muhammad Anique Jamil – Inspector (BS-16)
4. Adeel Qurban – Appraising Officer (BS-16)
The notification underscores the FBR zero-tolerance approach toward misconduct and its efforts to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and transparency. By enforcing these disciplinary measures, the FBR aims to send a strong message to all officials about the importance of adhering to rules and regulations.
The disciplinary proceedings against these officials will be conducted in accordance with the Civil Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 2020. These proceedings are designed to provide a fair and impartial platform for investigating alleged misconduct and determining appropriate actions based on the findings.
The FBR decision to suspend these officials is part of a broader initiative to improve governance and strengthen integrity within its workforce. Such actions reflect the organization’s resolve to ensure accountability at all levels and to address any behavior that compromises the efficiency and credibility of its operations.
This development also highlights the FBR’s commitment to its reform agenda, which includes enhancing institutional transparency and fostering a culture of compliance among its employees. Further updates on the outcome of these disciplinary proceedings are awaited.
