FBR has uncovered more than 20 cases of tax evasion through its Lifestyle Monitoring Cell, which investigates people living luxurious lives but declaring very low incomes.
The investigations have revealed that several individuals across Pakistan own expensive assets and frequently travel abroad, yet their declared income does not match their lifestyle.
One case involves a taxpayer from southern Punjab who hid 19 luxury cars worth Rs624 million. Another case includes a member of a political family who failed to declare assets valued at Rs180.5 million.
The cell has also identified a popular travel vlogger who made multiple international trips and displayed a lavish lifestyle on social media while showing very little income in tax records.
Officials say more such cases are being reviewed, and legal actions are expected soon. The FBR aims to ensure that individuals pay their fair share of taxes and that wealth is properly declared.
The Lifestyle Monitoring Cell uses social media posts, travel details, and property records to identify people living beyond their reported means. Once suspicious activity is found, the cell forwards the cases to the regional tax offices for detailed investigation and action.
This initiative is part of the government’s broader efforts to increase transparency and promote tax compliance in Pakistan. Authorities believe such measures will help build a fairer tax system and reduce the gap between reported income and actual wealth.
