A Karachi court has rejected the bail application of television host and Awam Raj Party chief Iqrar-ul-Hassan in a cybercrime case involving allegations related to his social media posts. The decision, announced on October 22, 2026, means he will remain in custody while the legal proceedings continue.
Court Rejects Bail Application
The Judicial Magistrate East in Karachi dismissed Iqrar-ul-Hassan’s bail plea after hearing arguments from his defence lawyer and the prosecutor representing the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA).
The case concerns social media content that investigators allege was false, defamatory and directed against the state and its institutions. These allegations remain part of the ongoing legal proceedings and should not be treated as established guilt.
Details of the Cybercrime Case
According to reports, the NCCIA registered a case against Iqrar-ul-Hassan under provisions of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) and the Pakistan Penal Code. Investigators allege that content shared through his social media accounts could incite public opposition to state institutions.
The agency has said that further investigation is required, including forensic examination of digital devices and social media records. The prosecution argued that the investigation was still underway when the court considered the bail application.
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Iqrar-ul-Hassan Remains in Custody
Iqrar-ul-Hassan was previously sent to Karachi Central Jail on judicial remand after the court declined to extend his physical remand. The magistrate also directed the investigating agency to submit the case challan within the stipulated period.
The rejection of the bail plea means he remains in custody for now. His defence may pursue further legal remedies, including approaching a higher court for bail.
The case has attracted public attention because of Iqrar-ul-Hassan’s profile as a television presenter and political party leader. Further developments will depend on the investigation and subsequent court proceedings.
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