Mustafa Kamal shares vaccine procurement inquiry findings
Federal Health Minister Mustafa Kamal revealed that the inquiry report on vaccine procurement will soon be made public by the Prime Minister. The minister made this announcement during a press briefing held in Islamabad on November 10, 2026.
Details of vaccine procurement process disclosed
Kamal explained that the findings of the inquiry have been uploaded on the Ministry of National Health Services’ official website, ensuring transparency in the matter. He clarified that government funds were never utilized for the vaccine purchase. Instead, Rs183.055 million was charged for the vaccines and this amount was deposited directly into NADRA’s account.
Addressing misconceptions, the health minister refuted claims of a Rs10 billion vaccine deal, emphasizing that the inquiry committee’s report contained no such reference.
Inquiry committee attributes irregularities to Border Health Services
The minister traced the controversy back to June 10, when Border Health Services (BHS) formed its procurement committee. Kamal highlighted that BHS violated standard procurement procedures by improperly applying a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework alongside procurement rules, which the government does not sanction.
The inquiry committee identified BHS as responsible for these irregularities and noted that the Ministry of Health had not been properly informed during the process. Mustafa Kamal also mentioned that a related legal challenge has been brought by a company through the courts.
Implications for Pakistan’s health governance
This development holds significant importance for Pakistani citizens invested in the efficiency and transparency of vaccine procurement — a critical component of public health management amidst ongoing global health challenges. Publishing the report publicly may bolster trust in government procedures and clarify financial allegations, a crucial step in ensuring accountability within health sector institutions.
Mustafa Kamal succinctly stated, “The government did not spend a single rupee during the entire process,” underscoring state prudence in this high-profile case.
