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ISLAMABAD, (APP): Minister for Finance Mohammad Ishaq
Dar has taken a strong exception to the statement of Chairman of
Pakistan Tehreek-i-Insaf (PTI) Imran Khan wherein he had levelled
serious allegations against Chairman Federal Board of Revenue (FBR).
In a statement issued by the Ministry of Finance here
Wednesday, the minister termed the allegations as totally false
and fabricated as Imran Khan has not provided any evidence to
support his allegations.
Ishaq Dar said that the chairman FBR was known for his
hard work, integrity and honesty, adding that it was unfortunate
that without any evidence, Imran Khan has attempted to tarnish
the image of an officer who has shown remarkable performance
in revenue collection in the country.
He said the revenue collection in the country has increased
by 60 percent during last three years of Pakistan Muslim League (N)
government as opposed to 3.38 percent growth for year 2012-13.
The minister further said that such baseless statements and
allegations can only lead to demoralizing the employees of the FBR
and affect efficiency of the organization.
Ishaq Dar expressed full confidence in the team leadership of
the FBR and expressed the hope that before levelling such unfounded
allegations, Imran Khan will consider the adverse impact of such
statements not only on the individual’s reputation but also on
national institutions.