After receiving directives from Federal Minister for Interior Rehman Malik, Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) has arrested eight employees of Lahore Electricity Supply Company (Lesco). Taking notice of the alleged corruption of millions of rupees in Lesco, Interior Minister had directed the FIA to ensure immediate arrest of the eight "corrupt officers", informed sources in Interior Ministry said on Tuesday.
Sources said that the Minister has also sought report regarding their alleged corruption within 24 hours. FIA sources have also confirmed the arrest of eight Lesco officials over alleged financial irregularities.