Anti-Corruption Establishment Punjab Explained

Anti-Corruption Establishment Punjab
Formation:Before 1956
Type:Government Organization
Headquarters:Punjab, Pakistan
Region Served:Punjab, Pakistan
Parent Organization:Government of Punjab
Website:ace.punjab.gov.pk

The Anti-Corruption Establishment Punjab (ACE) is a governmental organization situated in the province of Punjab, Pakistan. Its primary objective is to investigate cases of corruption and conduct preliminary inquiries to assess whether these offenses warrant further investigation.[1] The ACE Punjab operates under the administrative jurisdiction of the Chief Secretary, ensuring alignment with government protocols and directives in addressing corruption-related matters within the province.[2]

The Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Punjab is organized into multiple wings to efficiently manage its operations and functions. These wings include the Legal Wing, Technical Wing, Research Development and Training Wing, Monitoring and Vigilance Wing, and Administration Wing. Additionally, the ACE Punjab operates through various Regional Directorates, each led by a Regional Director, to extend its reach and effectively address corruption at the regional level. The structure and distribution of wings and directorates contribute to the comprehensive efforts of ACE Punjab in combating corruption.[3]

History

The origins of the Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Punjab can be traced back to a period before 1956 when there existed a modest Anti-Corruption Cell at the provincial level, led by a Superintendent of Police within the Home Department of the Government of West Pakistan. Over time, in 1985, significant reforms were introduced, reorganizing ACE Punjab into an officer-based organization, thereby enhancing its capacity for effective decision-making and enforcement in the realm of anti-corruption initiatives.[2]

Notable cases

The Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Punjab has been involved in investigating and addressing numerous high-profile cases across various departments and organizations.[4] Some of the notable cases they have dealt with include:

Director Generals

List of the Director Generals of the Anti-Corruption Establishment (ACE) Punjab.[13]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Punjab Anti-Corruption Establishment Ordinance 1961. www.commonlii.org.
  2. Web site: History | Anti Corruption Establishment Punjab.
  3. Web site: Home | Anti Corruption Establishment Punjab.
  4. Web site: Top Cases | Anti Corruption Establishment Punjab.
  5. Web site: 'Paper Leak Scandal' in Punjab Public Service Commission: Nobody will be allowed to play with PPSC's repute, says Buzdar. www.thenews.com.pk.
  6. Web site: Embezzlement of Rs 51.4 million unearthed in PWWB. Recorder. Report. September 11, 2020.
  7. Web site: Rawalpindi Ring Road scam: ACE arrests former commissioner, land acquisition collector. Imran. Gabol. July 15, 2021. DAWN.COM.
  8. Web site: Excise department officials booked over scam. December 29, 2020. The Express Tribune.
  9. Web site: Punjab Anti-Corruption Establishment registers cases against Usman Buzdar. June 20, 2022. The Nation.
  10. Web site: Former PTI lawmakers face corruption probe in Punjab. March 16, 2023. Daily Pakistan Global.
  11. Web site: Corruption case lodged against Elahi's former secretary. January 29, 2023. The Express Tribune.
  12. Web site: EX-PTI legislator's house raided. March 2, 2023. The Express Tribune.
  13. https://ace.punjab.gov.pk/our-director-generals

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