Nadra officials among four granted bail in fake CNICs case in Karachi

KARACHI – A high-profile court in Pakistan recently granted bail to four individuals, including two employees of the National Database and Registration Authority (Nadra), who were accused of involvement in the production of false identity documents for Afghan nationals. The four suspects were released on a surety bond of Rs100,000 each.

Assistant Director Imamul Haq, Deputy Assistant Director Fayyaz Ahmed, Watchman Junaid Ahmed and Private Agent Muhammad Umar Shah appeared before the special federal anti-corruption court. Their lawyer, Advocate Shaukat Hayat, argued that their clients were arrested by the police, yet their arrest was reported four days later. The defense claimed that the prosecution did not present any substantial evidence to prove the suspects' alleged involvement in the creation of false Computerised National Identity Cards (CNICs).

The prosecution, represented by a special FIA officer, vehemently opposed the bail applications, asserting that ample evidence existed to tie the suspects to the commission of the offences. However, the court granted the suspects bail after a thorough examination of arguments presented by both sides. The group was detained on July 22, 2026, following claims by the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) that they were involved in the planning, processing, approval, and issuance of false CNICs for foreign nationals seeking financial gain through fraudulent means.