Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Cleared Of Money-Laundering By FIA

In Lahore, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has officially stated that there is no substantiated evidence linking the esteemed singer Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan to money laundering, tax evasion, or any other illicit activities. The premier investigation agency in Pakistan has formally closed its inquiry into the suspected money-laundering and tax evasion case against the renowned singer due to the lack of concrete evidence of wrongdoing.

The Additional Director of FIA’s Lahore Zone confirmed that the decision to close the investigation against Rahat Ali Khan and others was authorized by the competent authority, following the recommendations from the field inquiry unit. The senior FIA officer emphasized that no evidence found in the available records implicates Rahat Fateh Ali Khan in any illegal currency smuggling activities.

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The FIA Lahore disclosed that the inquiry was initiated in January of this year, targeting Rahat Ali Khan and 182 other frequent travelers departing from Lahore International Airport for work abroad. The investigation was prompted by data concerning frequent travelers, with a specific focus on identifying individuals involved in currency smuggling or money laundering.

It is noteworthy that the money laundering and tax evasion inquiry against Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and others was initiated based on their travel records. The FIA stated that data from 182 travelers, provided by the Deputy Director of Immigration at Allama Iqbal International Airport, Lahore, triggered the proceedings. However, based on available records, no incriminating evidence has been found against Rahat Fateh Ali Khan to establish his involvement in the illegal business of currency smuggling.

Addressing recent claims by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan’s former manager Salman Ahmed, who asserted that the singer earned over eight billion Rupees from concerts, sources within relevant departments clarified that Rahat Fateh Ali Khan has diligently paid his taxes on time, remains compliant with the laws, and has settled all dues related to taxation matters. The FIA’s decision to issue a clean chit to Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was made in consultation with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) after verifying the singer’s up-to-date tax records and ensuring compliance with tax laws. Despite several notices issued by the FBR in the past, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan’s accountants have successfully cleared all outstanding dues.