Islamabad, October 13, 2025 – Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has imposed a minor penalty on Amjad Farooq, a BS-20 officer of the Inland Revenue Service (IRS), currently serving as Chief (Admin Pool) at the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) Headquarters, Islamabad.
The decision follows a disciplinary inquiry conducted under the Civil Servants (Efficiency & Discipline) Rules, 2020.
According to the official notification issued by the Revenue Division, disciplinary proceedings were initiated against the officer earlier this year on charges of misconduct. Ms. Amina Hassan, a BS-21 officer of the IRS, was appointed as the inquiry officer and submitted her report on May 9, 2025, concluding that the allegations were substantiated. Subsequently, a show-cause notice was issued, directing Mr. Farooq to explain within ten days why a penalty should not be imposed, including the possibility of a major one such as dismissal from service.
After reviewing his written reply and providing him an opportunity for a personal hearing on August 21, 2025, the Prime Minister — acting as the competent authority — decided to impose the minor penalty of “Censure” under Rule 4(2)(a) of the Civil Servants (Efficiency & Discipline) Rules, 2020.
The notification further states that the officer retains the right to appeal the decision within thirty days under the Civil Servants (Appeals) Rules, 1977.
This marks another instance where the government has exercised its authority to ensure accountability within the FBR, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to discipline, integrity, and transparency in the public sector. Officials stated that adherence to rules and timely action on misconduct cases is essential for maintaining trust in institutional governance.
The decision underscores the Prime Minister’s resolve that no officer, regardless of rank, will be exempt from facing penalty if found guilty of misconduct.