Pakistan Auditor General Retracts Report on Massive Irregularities, Cites “Typing Errors”

ISLAMABAD — The Auditor General of Pakistan has withdrawn a report that cited 3.75 trillion rupees in financial irregularities within federal accounts, acknowledging that the figures were the result of “typing errors.”

The earlier version of the audit report claimed irregularities amounting to 375 trillion rupees — a figure that immediately triggered widespread concern and debate. Officials later clarified that the numbers had been misstated and assured that a revised and corrected report will be issued.

The retraction has sparked questions over the credibility of financial oversight in Pakistan. Opposition parties have criticized the episode, calling it a sign of “serious negligence” and demanding a parliamentary inquiry into how such a major discrepancy entered the official record.

Analysts say the incident has not only embarrassed state institutions but may also undermine public trust in the government’s financial management