The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has ordered all sugar mills across Pakistan to install video analytics and GPU-based monitoring systems ahead of the upcoming crushing season. The directive aims to enhance production transparency and ensure compliance with commitments made under the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) reform program.
According to the FBR’s official notification, the installation of modern video analytics systems has been made mandatory for real-time monitoring of sugar production.
Manufacturers will no longer be allowed to operate without integrating their facilities into the FBR’s surveillance network. Officials stated that the initiative represents a major step toward improving transparency and curbing tax evasion within the sector.
The FBR clarified that sugar mills must also install GPU-powered monitoring devices linked directly to its central system. These digital tools are designed to collect tamper-proof data, allowing the authority to track production with greater accuracy and efficiency. The system will provide real-time analytics, ensuring that reported figures align with actual production volumes.
Officials noted that this measure fulfills an important IMF condition aimed at boosting fiscal transparency and strengthening Pakistan’s tax administration. The broader initiative aligns with the government’s efforts to digitize monitoring and oversight across key industries.
In a parallel development, the FBR has also announced electronic monitoring of cement production and distribution. Beginning November 1, no cement bag will be permitted for shipment or sale without an official tax stamp. Each bag must carry a unique identification marking, allowing instant verification and preventing the circulation of untaxed products.
The decision follows the successful rollout of the Track and Trace System within the cement sector, which has significantly improved documentation and compliance. The FBR emphasized that these measures reflect its ongoing commitment to digital transformation, transparency, and enforcement across Pakistan’s major industrial sectors.
