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Anti-Corruption Establishment Punjab

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Anti-Corruption Establishment Punjab
FormationBefore 1956
TypeGovernment Organization
HeadquartersPunjab, Pakistan
Region served
Punjab, Pakistan
Parent organization
Government of Punjab
Websiteace.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

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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

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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

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

References

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  1. ^ "Punjab Anti-Corruption Establishment Ordinance 1961". www.commonlii.org.
  2. ^ a b "History | Anti Corruption Establishment Punjab".
  3. ^ "Home | Anti Corruption Establishment Punjab".
  4. ^ "Top Cases | Anti Corruption Establishment Punjab".
  5. ^ "'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. ^ Report, Recorder (September 11, 2020). "Embezzlement of Rs 51.4 million unearthed in PWWB".
  7. ^ Gabol, Imran (July 15, 2021). "Rawalpindi Ring Road scam: ACE arrests former commissioner, land acquisition collector". DAWN.COM.
  8. ^ "Excise department officials booked over scam". The Express Tribune. December 29, 2020.
  9. ^ "Punjab Anti-Corruption Establishment registers cases against Usman Buzdar". The Nation. June 20, 2022.
  10. ^ "Former PTI lawmakers face corruption probe in Punjab". Daily Pakistan Global. March 16, 2023.
  11. ^ "Corruption case lodged against Elahi's former secretary". The Express Tribune. January 29, 2023.
  12. ^ "EX-PTI legislator's house raided". The Express Tribune. March 2, 2023.
  13. ^ https://ace.punjab.gov.pk/our-director-generals