Islamabad Court Orders Blocking of 27 YouTube Channels Over Content Concerns
ISLAMABAD – A local court in Islamabad has directed the blocking of 27 YouTube channels, citing concerns related to content deemed against the national interest. The decision follows a request by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA), which launched an inquiry into the nature of the content being posted.
Judicial Decision and Rationale
The ruling, issued by Judicial Magistrate Abbas Shah, came after the FIA submitted a plea supported by evidence that some channels were allegedly involved in disseminating content that could potentially impact national harmony. The court reviewed the evidence and found it sufficient to proceed under the law.
The two-page court order emphasized the need for regulation in the digital space and directed YouTube’s local representative to take appropriate steps to block the identified channels.
Channels Identified in Court Order
The following are among the 27 YouTube channels named in the court’s directive:
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Haider Mehdi
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Siddique Jaan
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Sabee Kazmi
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Orya Maqbool Jan
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Arzoo Kazmi
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Rana Uzair Speaks
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Sajid Gondal
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Habib Akram
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Matiullah Jan MJtv
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Asad Toor Uncensored
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Imran Raza Khan
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Naya Pakistan
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Sabir Shakir
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Imran Khan
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Aftab Iqbal
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Real Entertainment TV
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Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf
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Daily Qudrat
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Abdul Qadir
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Charsadda Journalist
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Naila Pakistani Reaction
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Wajahat Saeed Khan
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Ahmad Noorani
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Nazar Chohan
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Moeed Pirzada
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Makhdoom Shahabuddin
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Shayan Ali
Background of the Case
The FIA initiated its investigation on June 2, focusing on the publication of digital content allegedly categorized as anti-state. The agency submitted documentary evidence supporting the request for intervention, leading the court to approve the blocking of the named channels.
The ruling stressed that while freedom of expression is important, content that could potentially harm national integrity needs to be addressed in accordance with existing cyber laws.
A Broader Conversation on Digital Regulation
This decision comes amid growing discussions about content regulation and digital responsibility in Pakistan. Authorities have continued to explore frameworks that balance freedom of speech with national security and public order concerns.
The directive signals a stronger focus on monitoring online platforms and promoting responsible digital content across the country.
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