Islamabad: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has registered a case against 58 employees of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) for allegedly securing government jobs using falsified documents, marking one of the largest anti-corruption actions against the authority’s staff.
Allegations of Fraudulent Hiring
The FIA Anti-Corruption Circle in Islamabad filed the case on December 4, 2025, after investigators confirmed that multiple employees had obtained appointments through bogus school certificates, fake degrees, fabricated experience letters, and even counterfeit driving licenses. The accused reportedly violated merit and quota rules, drawing salaries and benefits on the basis of fraudulent qualifications.
Positions Involved
According to the investigation, the employees held positions ranging from grade 5 to grade 14. The list of accused includes 13 security guards, 11 drivers, seven tube well operators, as well as naib qasids, clerks, and technicians. Officials said 56 employees have been formally nominated in the FIR, with further action planned against others involved in the scheme. Many are believed to have benefited financially for years through these falsifications.
Ongoing Investigation
The FIA has launched a broader inquiry to uncover the network behind the forged documents and determine whether internal facilitation within CDA enabled the illegal hiring. Investigators have indicated that further arrests and departmental proceedings are likely as the probe expands.
Historical Context
This scandal adds to a series of recruitment controversies within CDA. In 2017, five officials were penalized for submitting forged matriculation and higher secondary certificates, with formal FIRs filed. Similarly, six employees were removed in 2019 after being found in possession of falsified educational testimonials.
Implications and Next Steps
Authorities said the case underscores the need for stricter oversight and reforms within CDA’s recruitment system to prevent future fraud. The FIA continues to examine the accused, and further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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