Islamabad, October 13, 2025 – The Inland Revenue Service Officers Association (IRSOA) has vehemently condemned the recent cowardly attack on officials of the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) who were performing their lawful duties near Kohat Toll Plaza under Section 40D of the Sales Tax Act, 1990.
According to initial reports, the FBR enforcement team was conducting an anti-smuggling and tax evasion operation when it came under violent assault by unidentified attackers. The IRSOA termed the act a direct attack on the rule of law, saying such incidents jeopardize state authority and demoralize officers engaged in safeguarding national revenue.
The IRSOA expressed full solidarity with the injured and affected officials and extended heartfelt sympathies to their families. It called upon the federal and provincial authorities to arrest the perpetrators immediately and ensure exemplary punishment to deter future attacks on tax officials.
Furthermore, the IRSOA emphasized the urgent need to enhance security and provide legal protection to Inland Revenue personnel, especially those serving in high-risk enforcement zones. The Association once again reiterated its long-standing demand for the formation of a specialized Inland Revenue Service Force (IRS Force) — a trained, well-equipped security unit dedicated to protecting officers during enforcement actions.
The Inland Revenue Service, through IRSOA, reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to upholding Pakistan’s fiscal laws, combating tax evasion, and defending public revenue — while insisting that the safety and dignity of its officers must remain a paramount national concern.