Watch: Sadiqabad AC orders vehicles to be punctured for illegal parking

The Assistant Commissioner (AC) of Sadiqabad Tehsil in Rahim Yar Khan ordered his protocol staff to puncture all vehicles found illegally parked in a busy area.

This strong action sparked mixed reactions on social media, with some criticising the misuse of authority by the bureaucracy, while others supported the decision, citing the lack of responsibility shown by citizens who park their vehicles in inappropriate places, causing congestion in busy areas.

The AC was seen reprimanding individuals for improper parking, while several men of his protocol team punctured the vehicles.

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Critics of the action called for the government to take measures against the AC for imposing such a stern approach, which they felt added unnecessary hardship for ordinary citizens.

Others raised concerns over the unchecked use of authority by bureaucrats, questioning the fairness of such actions.

In Pakistan, the public often voices frustration over the perceived abuse of power by government officials and authorities. Those without privileges or influential connections are seen as more likely to face harsh consequences, while those in power often escape accountability for their actions.

Earlier, A Punjab police cop, SHO Shafiq Ahmed, was caught on camera physically assaulting an elderly man who was riding his motorcycle and unknowingly crossed the VIP route designated for the cricket team in Multan.

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SHO Shafiq, was stationed at New Multan police station.

The video, which quickly went viral, sparked outrage on social media, with users criticising the police officer’s harsh treatment of an elderly citizen.

The footage showed the officer thrashing the man from his moving bike as he attempted to pass through the restricted route.

Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz suspended a police officer who tortured a citizen in Multan.

Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif on Friday ordered the arrest of the police officer who committed the violence

Maryam Nawaz said, "If the police have respect, then the common man also has respect. It is my duty to take care of the self-respect of every citizen."

She said “I will not allow anyone to oppress and abuse the common man”. I was very hurt after watching the footage of the violence, Maryam Nawaz Said.