NAB Summons Former Sehat Insaf Card CEO Over Rs21 Billion Irregularities

PESHAWAR: The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has summoned Dr. Riaz Tanoli, the former CEO of the Sehat Insaf Card, to appear on October 29 regarding alleged financial irregularities linked to the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Sehat Card Plus programme, which reportedly involves expenditures amounting to Rs21 billion.

The NAB has instructed Dr. Tanoli to present himself at its Khyber Pakhtunkhwa headquarters in Peshawar. This summons comes amid ongoing investigations into the management and allocation of funds within the Sehat Card Plus initiative, which was designed to provide health coverage to underprivileged citizens in the province.

The implications of this investigation are significant, as it raises questions about the accountability of public health initiatives and the proper use of government funds. Citizens have expressed concerns over the transparency of such programs, particularly in light of the ongoing economic challenges faced by many in the region.

As the investigation unfolds, NAB officials are expected to gather further evidence and testimonies. The bureau’s actions may lead to broader scrutiny of health programs across Pakistan, emphasizing the need for stringent oversight in public spending.