The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has removed a Karachi-based tax official from service after an inquiry found he illegally accessed the FBR’s electronic system, issued 134 unlawful notices to taxpayers, and generated 91 fake orders and letters using forged authority. The decision follows a detailed disciplinary process backed by forensic evidence from the FIA.
According to an official FBR notification, the officer was operating a parallel unofficial system for personal motives, misusing official names and designations. Investigations revealed unauthorized access to sensitive taxpayer data, preparation of illegal summons and verification letters, and possession of official records without lawful authority.
An FBR inquiry noted that the accused officer “failed to present any strong refutation or defense against the charges,” confirming a clear breach of official trust.
Disciplinary proceedings against Muhammad Khalid, Inspector Inland Revenue, RTO-I Karachi, began in June 2016 under the Government Servants (E&D) Rules, 1973. The case remained pending for several years as key records were held by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA). In 2021, proceedings were reinitiated under the Civil Servants (E&D) Rules, 2020, covering charges of inefficiency, misconduct, and corruption.
After the FIA record was finally retrieved in August 2025, the inquiry officer completed a comprehensive investigation, relying heavily on forensic digital evidence.
The inquiry report confirmed that the officer illegally accessed the FBR e-portal, downloaded taxpayer data, issued fake notices, and occupied an office room without authorization to run an unofficial setup. The accused also failed to respond to allegations regarding 91 fake orders, which were formally disowned by senior tax officers.
Based on the findings, FBR concluded that charges of inefficiency and misconduct were fully proven and approved the major penalty of removal from service.
