Inquiry Clears Jauhar College of Tree-Cutting Allegations

New Delhi, April 28, 2026: A cloud of controversy surrounding the Government Degree Boys College in Gulistan-e-Jauhar, Karachi, has been cleared today, April 28, 2026. Following an intense social media storm triggered by a viral video, an official inquiry committee has concluded that no trees were illegally felled on the college campus. The footage, which claimed to show the destruction of green cover, has been officially termed as “false, baseless, and misleading” by the investigating team.

The probe was initiated on April 20, 2026, after the video sparked public outcry and environmental concerns online. A dedicated committee conducted a physical inspection of the site on April 21, comparing the visual evidence in the video with the actual ground reality. It was discovered that the area in question was merely being cleared of dense wild bushes and hazardous grass as part of routine campus maintenance, with no evidence of tree stumps or fresh felling found.

Personal Enmity Unveiled: The Source of the Viral Clip

The investigation has revealed a deeper, more personal motive behind the digital misinformation. During the recording of statements, it emerged that the video was captured and circulated by a senior clerk, Aijaz Bhutto. It is reported that the official admitted to the committee that the clip was prepared and shared due to personal differences with the college principal. The act has been unanimously condemned by the teaching and non-teaching staff as a defamatory attempt to tarnish the institution’s reputation.

The impact of the video had initially led to a wave of negative sentiment against the college administration. However, the inquiry committee noted that the principal had only issued instructions for the clearing of hazardous vegetation to ensure student safety, not for the removal of trees. The committee’s report emphasizes that the “mechanical necessity” of maintaining the campus grounds was twisted into a narrative of environmental crime for the sake of a personal vendetta.

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Legal Repercussions: FIA and Disciplinary Action

Following the findings of the inquiry, strict disciplinary proceedings have been recommended against the official responsible under the Sindh Civil Servants Rules, 1973. It is also reported that the matter may be referred to the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Wing. This move is intended to address the spread of misleading content under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016, serving as a warning to those who use social media platforms for malicious misinformation.

As of the morning of April 28, 2026, the college has been advised to improve its internal communication and monitoring mechanisms to prevent such incidents in the future. While the viral video has been debunked, the digital record of the inquiry stands as a reminder of the importance of fact-checking before reacting to online “outrage.” The story serves as a cautionary tale: in the age of viral media, the truth often requires a deeper look beneath the surface of a trending clip.