Published on, Sept. 20 -- September 20, 2025 4:22 PM

In a major move against illicit financial networks, the Federal Investigation (FIA) has arrested 494 suspects this year for their involvement in hawala, hundi, and illegal currency exchange operations across Pakistan. The has so far recovered a staggering Rs 1.49 billion through its targeted actions.

According to FIA officials, a total of 384 raids were carried out, leading to 396 registered cases. The crackdown resulted in the confiscation of more than 466,000 US dollars, other foreign currencies valued at over Rs 203 million, and Rs 1.13 billion in local currency. Authorities also sealed multiple shops being used as hubs for unlawful transactions.

The FIA underlined its determinati...