The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has formally initiated disciplinary proceedings against Malik Zain Ali, an Inspector of Customs currently under suspension from the Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Quetta. A letter dated June 24, 2025, issued by Munir Ahmad, Second Secretary (Management/HR-C-IV) of the Revenue Division, underscores the seriousness of the matter. The letter, addressed to the Collector, Collectorate of Customs (Enforcement), Quetta, directs that the original Show Cause Notice, along with the signed Inquiry Report, be immediately served to the suspended officer under proper acknowledgment.
This action comes after an internal inquiry into allegations against Malik Zain Ali, the details of which remain undisclosed to the public. However, the fact that a formal Show Cause Notice has been issued and disciplinary proceedings commenced indicates that the charges were found to be sufficiently serious to warrant further action under the Government Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules. The involvement of the Member (Administration/HR), FBR, in signing off the report suggests that the matter was treated at a high administrative level, highlighting its significance within the organizational framework.
The letter emphasizes procedural compliance, requesting that a proper receipt of service of the notice be sent back to the Board. This procedural formality is essential for maintaining a transparent record of actions taken in the disciplinary process, which is part of FBR’s broader accountability and governance mechanisms.
The initiation of such proceedings against a serving customs officer sends a strong signal regarding the FBR’s policy of zero tolerance towards misconduct or inefficiency. It also reflects the Board’s effort to uphold institutional discipline and reinforce integrity within the customs enforcement apparatus. While the final outcome of the case remains pending, this development underlines the growing emphasis on internal accountability and the rule of law within Pakistan’s tax and customs administration.
