The Ministry of Science and Technology has launched an investigation into alleged irregularities in recruitment at the Pakistan Standards and Quality Control Authority (PSQCA) following directives from the Federal Ombudsman.
According to a news report, the inquiry focuses on recruitment practices for BS-01 to BS-04 positions within the PSQCA, after a complaint by an individual named Irfanullah alleged procedural violations. Acting on the ombudsman’s findings, the ministry has tasked Shakil Arshad, DSA (Commercialisation), to lead the probe.
Arshad is required to submit a comprehensive report and recommendations within 15 days.Â
The investigation will identify those involved, assess individual culpability, and prepare a detailed charge sheet with a statement of allegations. The probe will also include reviewing all relevant records related to the recruitment process.
The Federal Ombudsman, which oversees complaints of maladministration in federal agencies, ordered the investigation to ensure transparency and accountability. To facilitate the inquiry, the probe officer has been provided with a copy of the ombudsman’s findings.
The report is expected to offer a detailed analysis of recruitment practices and shed light on the alleged irregularities within the national standards body.
