Eight food officials dismissed over Rs5bn wheat misappropriation scam in Karachi
- Posted on July 31, 2026
- By Dawn
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A major corruption scandal has surfaced in Karachi's food administration, resulting in the dismissal of eight officials implicated in a massive five billion rupee wheat embezzlement scheme. The Sindh government investigations revealed systematic theft, unauthorized disposal, and deliberate adulteration of wheat storage facilities. These findings highlight serious lapses in supply chain oversight and accountability within provincial food departments, raising concerns about food security and resource management during a period of economic pressure.
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