Audit of Rs44.84 billion Metro Bus project faces 10-year delay due to inactive PAC

ISLAMABAD: The audit of the Metro Bus project, valued at Rs44.84 billion, is currently under review after a decade-long delay attributed to an inactive Public Accounts Committee (PAC), according to official sources.

The Metro Bus project, which was launched to improve public transportation in the capital, has faced scrutiny over its financial management. The audit, which was supposed to be conducted in a timely manner, has been postponed for ten years. Officials have cited the lack of activity by the PAC as the primary reason for this prolonged delay.

Authorities are now revisiting the audit issues related to the project. The review aims to address concerns regarding the financial transparency and accountability of the Metro Bus initiative. The Rs44.84 billion project has remained under the spotlight due to its scale and the significant public funds involved.

According to officials, the delay in the audit process has raised questions about oversight and governance in large-scale public infrastructure projects. The current review is expected to shed light on the financial practices followed during the execution of the Metro Bus project and identify any discrepancies or areas requiring improvement.

The Metro Bus project was initially envisioned as a solution to the transportation challenges faced by residents of Islamabad and surrounding areas. However, the extended delay in auditing its finances has led to renewed calls for stronger mechanisms to ensure timely oversight of public spending.

The outcome of the ongoing review will be closely watched by stakeholders, including government authorities and the public, as it may have implications for future infrastructure projects and the functioning of oversight bodies such as the PAC.