Islamabad(The COW News Digital)Islamabad’s District Court has declared PTI leader Mirza Shehzad Akbar a proclaimed offender in a high-profile case concerning controversial tweets. Judicial Magistrate Muhammad Abbas Shah issued the order after Akbar repeatedly failed to appear in court despite multiple summons.
The court also issued arrest warrants for Akbar, signaling intensified legal action against the senior PTI figure. According to court documents, the case against Akbar stems from allegedly provocative statements made on his Twitter account, which authorities claim violated existing legal provisions.
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The National Counter-Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) initially registered the case against Akbar in July 2025. The prosecution has already submitted a formal challan in court, detailing the allegations and evidence, including the online posts that allegedly incited unrest and breached social media regulations.
Judicial authorities emphasized that repeated non-appearance of the accused necessitated declaring him a proclaimed offender, a status that allows law enforcement agencies to take immediate action to secure his arrest. Officials noted that Akbar’s continued absence from court proceedings hampers the judicial process and delays legal resolution.
Legal analysts say the case highlights the growing scrutiny over social media activity in Pakistan, particularly statements made by political figures. While supporters of Akbar argue that the charges are politically motivated, authorities maintain that all citizens, including politicians, are accountable under the law for public statements that may affect social harmony.
The court’s decision to declare Akbar a proclaimed offender empowers authorities to pursue his arrest more aggressively. Once apprehended, he is expected to be presented before the court to respond to charges related to the controversial tweets.
Observers note that this case could have broader political implications, given Akbar’s high-profile position within PTI and the sensitivity of issues discussed on social media platforms. Legal experts also underline that the court’s decision sets a precedent regarding enforcement against political figures who fail to respond to summons in cyber-related cases.
Meanwhile, the PTI leadership has yet to issue an official statement regarding the court’s declaration, though party supporters are monitoring developments closely. The case continues to attract national attention due to its intersection of politics, law, and digital media accountability.
