NAB launches inquiry against Farhat Shahzadi (Alias: Farah Khan) & others


ISLAMABAD, April 28 (SABAH): The National Accountability Bureau (NAB) has authorized an inquiry against Farhat Shahzadi (Alias: Farah Khan) and others on the allegations of accumulation of illegal assets beyond known sources of income, money laundering and maintaining various accounts in the name of different businesses. In this regard, DG NAB Lahore has been directed to conduct an inquiry in this matter as per law.

According to NAB press release, a huge turnover amounting to Rs847 million has been found in Farah’s account during the last three years, which does not commensurate with her stated account profile.

The aforementioned credits were received in her personal account within a short time period and withdrawn immediately after credit.

The notification stated that multiple media reports suggested Farah Khan was found to be allegedly involved in gathering assets beyond legal means.

Meanwhile, a review of the income tax returns of Farah Khan observed that her assets grew exponentially from 2018 and onwards due to unknown reasons.

Moreover, Farah frequently traveled abroad and the trips include nine visits to the United States of America and six visits to the United Arab Emirates (UAE).