Public Servants’ Assets to Be Accessible Online by December 31: Aurangzeb
ISLAMABAD: Federal Minister for Finance Muhammad Aurangzeb has announced that asset declarations of public servants will be made accessible online by December 31, marking a major step toward transparency, accountability, and good governance in Pakistan.
The move aims to strengthen public trust, improve oversight, and align Pakistan’s governance practices with international transparency standards.
Major Transparency Reform Announced
Speaking at an official event, Aurangzeb said the initiative will allow citizens to view declared assets of public servants through a digital platform, ensuring greater accountability across government institutions.
He stated:
“Making asset declarations publicly accessible will promote transparency and discourage corruption within the public sector.”
What the Online Asset System Will Include
According to officials, the online portal will feature:
Declared movable and immovable assets
Information submitted under existing asset declaration laws
Digital access for public scrutiny and oversight
Regular updates in line with annual declarations
The system is expected to cover senior bureaucrats and other designated public officials as required under the law.
Push for Governance Reforms
The announcement aligns with the government’s broader reform agenda, which includes:
Digitization of public records
Anti-corruption measures
Institutional transparency
Strengthening accountability frameworks
Experts say public access to asset information could help reduce misuse of authority and enhance trust in state institutions.
Public Reaction and Expectations
Civil society groups have welcomed the decision, calling it a long-overdue reform, while urging the government to ensure:
Data accuracy and security
Timely updates
Legal safeguards against misuse of information
Conclusion
The planned online access to public servants’ asset declarations by December 31 represents a significant governance reform aimed at transparency and accountability in Pakistan.
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