An on-duty police inspector in Raipur faced disciplinary action after a video surfaced showing him touching the feet of religious leader Dhirendra Shastri at the airport. The incident, which went viral on social media, prompted authorities to intervene, citing a breach of service rules and the dignity of the police uniform.
Sources identified the inspector as Manish Tiwari, who was subsequently attached to the police lines. The video captured Tiwari, the station in-charge, first saluting and then bending to touch Shastri’s feet upon his arrival at Raipur Airport. This act was recorded and widely shared online, sparking questions about professional conduct.
Officials emphasized that such displays of reverence by uniformed personnel on duty are inappropriate and undermine the integrity of their role. The disciplinary measure aims to reinforce the principle that personal beliefs should not interfere with official duties and to uphold the neutrality expected of law enforcement. The case has generated considerable public discussion regarding the boundaries between personal faith and professional responsibilities for police officers.
