Famous ‘Chai Wala’ Arshad Khan Declared a Pakistani Citizen, ID Card Restored

Arshad Khan, the internet sensation known globally as the “Chai Wala,” has been officially declared a Pakistani citizen, and his national identity card has been restored by the authorities.

This information was presented to the court by his lawyer, Umar Ijaz Gilani. The decision comes after a legal battle that began earlier this year when Arshad Khan filed a petition in the Lahore High Court. He had appealed for the restoration of his ID card and passport, arguing that their blockage put him at risk of deportation, especially during Pakistan’s campaign for the return of illegal Afghan residents.

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The court took notice of the case in April, which prompted the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) to investigate his family records. After verifying decades-old family documents, NADRA’s verification committee confirmed his citizenship and reinstated his ID card.

According to his lawyer, his documents were mistakenly blocked in 2017 following a false rumor spread by a TV channel. In its decision, the court referred to Arshad Khan as the “world-famous Chai Wala” and noted that a single false news report had endangered his future and business.

With his citizenship confirmed, Arshad Khan now plans to renew his passport and resume international travel to promote his brand, ‘Kafi Chai Wala,’ which operates successfully in both Pakistan and the UK.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is Arshad Khan?
Arshad Khan is an internet celebrity famously known as the “Chai Wala.” He gained global fame in 2016 after a photograph of him selling tea went viral due to his striking looks.

2. Why was his Pakistani ID card blocked?
His identity documents were mistakenly blocked in 2017 based on a false rumor broadcast by a television channel, which questioned his citizenship status.

3. How was his citizenship proven?
NADRA’s verification committee investigated his family’s historical records, some of which were decades old, and confirmed his Pakistani lineage, leading to the restoration of his citizenship.

4. What does this court decision mean for him?
It officially confirms his legal status as a Pakistani citizen, protects him from deportation, and allows him to obtain a passport to travel internationally for his business.

5. What is his business?
He runs a brand called ‘Kafi Chai Wala,’ which has a presence in Pakistan and also operates in London, United Kingdom.