Airport Incident: Police Inspector Reassigned After Touching Shastri’s Feet

Raipur Airport witnessed an unusual event that led to disciplinary action against an on-duty police inspector. A video showing Inspector Manish Tiwari touching the feet of Dhirendra Shastri, the head of Bageshwar Dham, has gone viral, prompting a swift response from authorities. The inspector has been attached to the police lines for violating service rules and compromising the dignity of the police uniform. The incident, captured as Shastri arrived at the airport, involved Tiwari, the station in-charge, performing a gesture of respect by touching Shastri’s feet after saluting him. Officials emphasized that such personal expressions of reverence are not permissible for uniformed officers while on duty, stressing the need for impartiality and adherence to professional conduct. The move is intended to uphold the sanctity and integrity of the police force. Dhirendra Shastri, a popular spiritual leader, was in Raipur to conduct religious sermons, attracting thousands of attendees. He has also been vocal on various social and political issues, including recent remarks about the safety and rights of Hindus in Bangladesh.