Internal Probity Action: FIA Takes Tough Disciplinary Steps Against 19 Officers
The Federal Investigation Agency has launched an internal probity action to strengthen trust and discipline. As a result, the agency penalized 19 officers for corruption, abuse of authority, and negligence. The move reflects a wider effort to improve transparency and professional standards
Officials confirmed that the Directorate of Internal Accountability led the process. Therefore, inquiries moved quickly and followed legal procedures. The agency stressed that fairness guided every decision.
Dismissals and Major Penalties
Six officials lost their jobs after completing departmental inquiries. For example, Inspector Maria Niaz faced dismissal for illegal residence occupation and prolonged absence. Sub-Inspector Kashif Riaz Awan received removal for shielding an illegal organ trafficking gang.
In addition, Sub-Inspectors Tasaddaq Hussain and Ahmad Waqar faced dismissal for unlawful raids and weak investigations. Constable Asifullah Dutta also lost his position due to extortion during raids. Technical Assistant Inayatullah faced removal for negligence linked to illegal immigration clearance.
However, other officers received strict but lesser punishments. Inspectors Muhammad Arsalan Masood Khan and Idrees Khan suffered pay scale demotions. Investigators proved they demanded bribes during active cases.
Additional Actions and Official Response
The agency withheld Sub-Inspector Sohail Ahmad’s promotion for one year. Authorities cited negligence in official duties as the reason. In addition, four officers faced penalties for assisting illegal immigration clearance.
Sub-Inspectors Shazma Shabbir, Shabana Shamsheer, and Umar Farooq lost two annual increments. Assistant Sub-Inspector Farhan Israr received the same punishment. Similarly, five constables lost one annual increment each for related violations.
Technical Assistant Ghulam Khan received a formal warning for ignoring official orders. An FIA spokesperson said the accountability drive aims to protect integrity. As a result, the agency plans continued action against wrongdoing.
