Wasim Badami Confirms Reports of Iqrar-ul-Hassan’s Detention

Well-known Pakistani television anchor Iqrar-ul-Hassan has reportedly been taken into custody from his residence in DHA Phase 8, Lahore. According to reports attributed to his family, unidentified personnel took him away late at night. However, the reasons for his reported detention remain unclear.

According to sources, personnel dressed in plain clothes arrived at his residence at around 3am and took him with them. Women personnel were also reportedly part of the operation, with badges bearing the name of the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) visible on their uniforms.

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Uncertainty Surrounds Reported Detention of Iqrar-ul-Hassan in DHA Lahore

Television anchor Wasim Badami, who has previously worked with Iqrar-ul-Hassan on various programmes, confirmed in a video message that he had received reports about the incident. He also referred to accounts indicating that plainclothes personnel and women officials were involved in the reported operation.

Iqrar-ul-Hassan is a former private television anchor and heads the political party Pakistan Awam Raj Tehreek. As of the latest available information in the provided report, no official statement has been issued explaining the reason for his reported detention or identifying any charges or case against him. Further details are awaited from the relevant authorities.