ISLAMABAD: A government audit has uncovered financial irregularities exceeding Rs63 billion in the Pakistan Post Department during the 2024–25 fiscal year, with the largest portion linked to the unauthorized management of bank accounts.
According to the latest Audit Report 2025–26, the irregularities were identified in the postal sector, which operates under the Ministry of Communications.
The report states that the most significant component of the financial discrepancies relates to five cases involving the unauthorized management of commercial bank accounts, accounting for more than Rs42 billion.
Auditors described these cases as the largest category of financial irregularities identified during the review, highlighting concerns over the handling and oversight of public funds.
In addition to the bank account issues, the audit identified 12 cases of major irregularities under various categories, with a combined financial impact exceeding Rs20 billion.
The report also pointed to two cases involving outstanding or unrecovered receivables, with a total value of more than Rs1 billion.
The audit findings indicate weaknesses in financial controls, record management, and oversight within the Pakistan Post Department, raising questions about compliance with established financial rules and procedures.
While the report details the scale of the financial discrepancies, it does not in itself determine criminal liability. Audit observations typically identify areas requiring further examination, corrective action, or recovery of funds by the relevant authorities.
The audit has recommended that the concerned department investigate the identified irregularities, strengthen internal financial controls, ensure proper management of bank accounts, and take steps to recover outstanding amounts where applicable.
The findings are expected to be reviewed by the relevant public accounts and oversight bodies, which may seek explanations from officials responsible for the management of the department’s financial affairs.
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