Pakistan, June 19 -- PESHAWAR - A major health procurement scandal has surfaced in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP), where four companies failed to deliver medical supplies worth Rs1.19 billion despite receiving full payments. An official inquiry has confirmed serious irregularities in the procurement process.

According to the report, the companies were paid large sums for essential items, including Rs45.5 million for OT drapes, Rs36.3 million for gowns, and Rs55 million for gauze rolls. Moreover, Rs80.34 million for tablets and Rs858.79 million for nitrile gloves were also disbursed, yet none of the items were supplied.

The inquiry committee, formed after concerns were raised on July 28, 2024, recommended the immediate recovery of the funds, bl...