Justice Babar Sattar Proceeds on Month-Long Leave Amidst Ongoing Controversy

Islamabad High Court (IHC) Justice Babar Sattar has embarked on a month-long leave, just after resuming his duties following the summer vacation. This development comes after the judge applied for leave on Thursday, which was promptly approved by Chief Justice Aamer Farooq.

Leave Details

• Duration: Month-long leave
• Approved by: Chief Justice Aamer Farooq
• Notification sent to: Ministry of Law and Justice, secretaries, registrar, and other officials

Notably, this is Justice Sattar’s second leave in recent months, having taken a month-long break during the summer season.

Ongoing Controversy

Earlier in July, the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) uncovered a malicious social media campaign against Justice Babar Sattar and his family. The agency submitted a comprehensive report to the IHC, revealing:

• 39 Twitter accounts used to spread malicious content
• 29 fake accounts identified
• 10 accounts sent to NADRA for verification
• 4 accounts’ details provided by NADRA

The FIA’s investigation highlights the severity of the online harassment faced by Justice Sattar and his family.

Implications

This leave may spark concerns about the impact of online harassment on judiciary members and the need for enhanced security measures. As the situation unfolds, stay updated for further developments.

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Islamabad High Court

Notifications – Islamabad High Court

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