Influencers call policy ‘futile’, claim social media posts create ‘fabricated’ wealth images

The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR)’s move to track potential tax evaders through social media has ignited widespread criticism across business and social circles. The tax authority reportedly collected data of thousands of users and issued notices to those flagged for “unexplained wealth”, triggering outrage amongst traders, financial experts and online influencers who call the move invasive and misguided.

FBR officials claim the measure is part of an established “lifestyle-based” assessment method, where visible assets and spending patterns are examined to gauge

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