An audit report has uncovered irregularities in the distribution of Zakat funds in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The findings show that both serving and retired government employees received payments from welfare allocations. The revelations have raised concerns over financial transparency and accountability.
According to the audit report for financial year 2025, Zakat funds were distributed among employees from grades 1 to 17. A total of 419 government employees across different provinces received more than 5.3 million rupees. As a result, questions have emerged over eligibility and verification processes.
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The report states that 317 federal and 33 KP employees benefited from the funds. Additionally, employees from Punjab, Sindh, and Balochistan were also included among recipients. Therefore, the issue is not limited to one province but spans multiple administrative units.
Auditors found that some employees were not eligible for subsistence allowances under Zakat rules. They recommended recovery of all distributed amounts from government employees. Furthermore, they called for strict action against members of Zakat committees involved in approvals.
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The report also highlighted misuse in committee appointments and grant distributions. It noted millions were issued under marriage and allowance schemes to ineligible individuals. Consequently, the audit has urged stronger oversight to prevent future misuse of welfare funds.