The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has decided to deploy Inland Revenue Service (IRS) officials for electronic monitoring of sugar mills as the crushing season approaches.
According to details, the FBR has deputed these experienced and competent officers under Section 40-A of the Sales Tax Act. Their primary responsibility will be to curb tax evasion and prevent sugar hoarding.
The deputed officials will monitor the production, sales, and stock levels of sugar mills and maintain a daily record. They will also keep a close watch on the movement of sugar, particularly consignments leaving mill premises.
To enhance oversight, the FBR has introduced comprehensive monitoring measures for the sugar industry.
In October 2025, the FBR made video analytics-based monitoring mandatory for all sugar mills across Pakistan. The initiative aims to ensure transparency in sugar production and to combat tax evasion in one of the country’s most revenue-sensitive sectors.
As per an official notification, the FBR has launched a digital monitoring system enabling real-time tracking of sugar production through advanced video analytics technology. The system allows continuous observation of production lines, helping authorities identify any discrepancies in reported figures.
