Islamabad: (RightNow) Financial irregularities exceeding PKR 14 billion have been uncovered in federal social protection programs. The Benazir Income Support Program, Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal, and Employees Old-Age Benefits Institution are implicated.

According to the latest audit report, financial irregularities emerged during the fiscal year 2024-25 in federal welfare and social safety net programs. Corruption and a weak control system are involved in the misuse of over PKR 14 billion.

The Auditor General of Pakistan confirmed financial irregularities in the Benazir Income Support Program, Pakistan Bait-ul-Mal, Employees Old-Age Benefits Institution, and the Ministry of Poverty Alleviation and Social Safety.

This issue is significant as these financial irregularities could directly impact the national economy. Difficulties may also arise in assisting the affected public.

It is important to note that the purpose of federal social protection programs is to reduce poverty and provide social security, ensuring transparency and effective implementation is essential.