The police officer himself was seen showering currency notes on the dancers. After a video went viral on social media, the DPO ordered a case under Section 294 of the Pakistan Penal Code and Section 155C of the Police Order on the complaint of Zulfikar Ali, ASI of Yousafwala Police Station.
ASI Rustam Ali Bhatti was arrested and confined to lockup, while police teams are conducting raids to arrest the shrine custodian.
CJ: Chief Justice Lahore High Court Aalia Neelum arrived in Pakpattan on Saturday where she paid respects at the shrine of Hazrat Baba Fariduddin Ganj Shakar.
Later, the chief justice inaugurated the newly-built Judicial Complex and formally launched the installation of solar panels within the court premises.
Police arrested Rustam Ali Bhatti shortly after the video went viral. However, Bashir Ahmed Bhatti remained at large when authorities reported the incident.Police teams also conducted raids to locate the second suspect.
The incident has raised fresh concerns about discipline within the police department. It has also sparked questions about the conduct of officers at public events.
Authorities continue their investigation and are taking steps to locate the remaining suspect.The case highlights the importance of professional behavior among police officers. It also shows how viral videos can bring public attention to alleged misconduct.