Pakistani YouTuber Raja Batta and TikToker Nadeem Mubarak, popularly known as Nani Wala, appeared before the Islamabad High Court (IHC) on Tuesday in connection with multiple cases filed against them. The court directed authorities not to arrest the two social media personalities upon their arrival at Islamabad Airport.
The hearing was conducted by Justice Raja Inam Ameen Minhas, who had earlier ordered both influencers to appear before the court. The cases registered against them include allegations related to online betting, promotion of gaming applications, and other controversial digital activities.
During the proceedings, the petitioners’ counsel requested a 15-day transit bail, arguing that a separate case was also pending in Karachi. Responding to the plea, Justice Minhas granted a 10-day protective bail and instructed the two to approach the relevant trial court within that period. The IHC formally approved the transit bail and barred their arrest during this time.
Raja Batta, known for his luxury lifestyle vlogs and family content, is currently entangled in legal troubles tied to the promotion of betting applications. He has more than 8.2 million subscribers on YouTube and 2.7 million followers on Instagram. Previously residing in the United Kingdom, Batta was deported after British authorities cancelled his visa.
According to reports, the UK Home Department revoked his visa when it was discovered that he had failed to disclose ongoing legal cases in Pakistan while submitting his application. After his arrest in the UK, he was placed on an early-morning flight to Pakistan. Batta has announced plans to challenge the deportation decision and pursue legal action in London.
The legal challenges faced by Raja Batta and Nani Wala have sparked debate across Pakistan, with experts and citizens questioning the role of influencers in promoting betting apps and other controversial online activities. Observers believe the IHC’s decision could set an important precedent for similar cases involving digital content creators in the future.
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