GB Anti-Corruption Police Arrest Chief Engineer, Officials from Education Department

GILGIT – The Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Gilgit-Baltistan has carried out a major operation, arresting a Chief Engineer of the Works Division (Education Department) along with several other officials on charges of corruption and illegal appointments.

According to details, a special police team led by DSP Anti-Corruption Bahram Shah took the accused into custody immediately after a court revoked their bail. Those arrested include an XEN (Executive Engineer), a senior accountant, a site engineer, and two contractors.

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It is worth noting that an FIR had been registered against the suspects a while ago following an inquiry into allegations of corruption in key development projects and unlawful recruitments.

Authorities say that these arrests will accelerate the investigation process, and more revelations are expected in the coming days. The Anti-Corruption Establishment of Gilgit-Baltistan has reiterated its commitment to eradicating corruption and ensuring transparency in public institutions.