The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has raised serious concerns over a reported Rs. 225.9 Million loss linked to delays in the FG Model School project in Margalla Town. The issue involves the Ministry of Federal Education and the Capital Development Authority (CDA).
Audit officials informed the committee that the delay in construction caused a financial impact of Rs. 225.9 Million on the national exchequer. The matter was discussed in a PAC meeting chaired by Syed Naveed Qamar.
The committee reviewed audit objections related to the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training for the fiscal year 2024–25. Officials said repeated administrative delays and funding issues stalled the project.
Funding Delays and Long Project History
According to audit reports, Rs. 16.4 million had been approved for the school project. However, delays in releasing funds repeatedly slowed progress. This led to the long suspension of construction work.
Officials added that the project dates back to 2008. Despite multiple attempts, the school has not been completed. The lack of consistent funding has remained a major issue throughout.
The PAC noted that such delays have contributed to a Rs. 225.9 Million loss over time. Members stressed that poor planning and weak coordination have worsened the situation.
PAC Questions CDA Land and Payment Issues
The committee also raised questions about land ownership and payment. Chairman Syed Naveed Qamar asked whether the school would ever be completed. He also questioned whether the land belonged to CDA.
The education secretary confirmed that the land was originally a CDA-owned plot. This led to further concerns about why payment was made for land already under CDA control.
PAC member Tariq Fazal Chaudhry described the situation as negligence. He said it reflected poor financial management and administrative failure.
Audit officials further revealed that the land was valued at around Rs. 16 million. However, only half of the payment was made. This added confusion to the overall financial handling of the project.
PAC Orders Inquiry Into Rs. 225.9 Million Loss
The committee directed that an inquiry must be completed within one month. It also ordered action against those responsible for the Rs. 225.9 Million loss.
Officials stressed the need for accountability in public projects. They said repeated mismanagement leads to major financial damage.
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The PAC emphasized that better oversight is needed to avoid future losses like the Rs. 225.9 Million case.
