According to the ACC’s Annual Report 2024–2025, government ministries recorded the highest number of corruption cases requiring action. Out of 168 reported cases, ministries accounted for 46, the largest share among all sectors.
According to the report, ministries recorded the highest number of corruption cases, followed by Gewog Administrations with 32 cases. The Private Sector and District Administrations accounted for 23 and 21 cases respectively, while Religious Organisations and Constitutional Offices reported the fewest cases.
In terms of cases qualified for investigation, ministries again led with 12, followed by District Administrations with 11. Overall, 40 cases met the criteria for formal investigation.
The majority of corruption reports involved civil servants, totalling 71 cases, reflecting the sector’s significant exposure to integrity risks. Local government functionaries followed closely, whereas fewer cases were reported against businesspersons and farmers.
Financial mismanagement and irregularities remain the primary concern.
The ACC investigated 26 cases related to financial mismanagement. Ten reports concerned procurement and contracts, highlighting vulnerabilities in bidding processes, supplier selection, and contract execution.
Natural resources accounted for two cases that qualified for investigation.
Public property and human resources each recorded one report, showing that corruption is less frequently reported in these areas. However, the ACC emphasises that risks persist, particularly in asset management and personnel recruitment or promotions.
Kinley Bidha
