In Raipur, an on-duty police inspector has been disciplined after a video showing him touching the feet of Dhirendra Krishna Shastri at the airport went viral. Authorities confirmed that the inspector’s conduct violated service rules and diminished the dignity of his uniform.
The officer in question, identified as Manish Tiwari, has been attached to police lines pending further review. The viral clip reportedly shows Tiwari, who was the station in-charge, performing a gesture of respect by touching Shastri’s feet after an initial salute upon the religious figure’s arrival. The incident was captured and quickly spread across social media, leading to scrutiny of the officer’s behavior.
According to official statements, such acts by uniformed officers on duty are inconsistent with the standards of police service and the respect inherent in the uniform. Senior officials have indicated that the action taken is intended to uphold the integrity and neutrality of the police force. The event has sparked debate among the public concerning the professional conduct expected of law enforcement officials.