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India.com
2 days ago
- India.com
Beer On Nirjala Ekadashi? Lappu Sachin, Jaipur Influencers Jailed For Distributing Liquor
Seven social media influencers have been detained in Jaipur, Rajasthan, after a viral video caught them distributing beer among commuters on a public street on Nirjala Ekadashi, a holy Hindu fasting day, evoking widespread outrage and accusations of hurting religious sentiments, police told Reuters on Wednesday. Viral Video Sparks Controversy The video, which included influencer Sachin Singh, alias "Lappu Sachin," and six others—Pradeep Kadwasra, Vikas Sharma, Abhishek Nirmal, Sunil Kumar, Aditya Mahariya, and Ankit Sharma—depicted the group distributing beer bottles and glasses among commuters. In one scene, an auto-rickshaw driver was reportedly forced to drink before he drove away, causing safety concerns. Filmed on June 2, 2024, on Nirjala Ekadashi day, the stunt attracted strong criticism for the timing on a fast and abstinence day. The clip went viral after an X user warned Jaipur Police, writing, "These boys are stopping people and making them drink and drive. Fine them and give them a taste of jail's drink." Public outrage ensued, with X posts such as "Aryabhatta invented zero after seeing their IQ" and "This is getting out of hand," evidencing widespread disapproval. The presence of some nervous commuters in the clip, as well as those laughing and participating, was described in reports by NDTV. Hello @jaipur_police ye ladke logon ko road par rok rok ke drink and drive karwa rahe hain. In sabka challan kaato aur in ladko ko thode din jail ki drink pilao — Madhur (@ThePlacardGuy) June 10, 2025 Police Action And Charges Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Digant Anand confirmed the arrests, saying the act was "offensive to religious sentiments" because of the timing on Nirjala Ekadashi. "The influencers were passing out alcohol in the open on a day of religious fasting, and it is not acceptable," Anand said to Hindustan Times. The group was charged under IPC sections for public nuisance and under the Rajasthan Excise Act, with further investigations into possible drunk-driving issues. Under interrogation, the influencers stated their intention was to attract social media followers without intending to offend. They posted a public apology video, kneeling and covering their ears, with some of them having ripped clothes, which was posted by Rajasthan BJP spokesperson Laxmikant Bhardwaj on X, who commented, "Jaipur Police taught them a lesson." Public And Political Reaction The event has triggered arguments on social media stunts and cultural sensitivity. X users such as @RajasthanPulse condemned the influencers, while others, such as @JaipurVibes, commented, "Reels are ruining respect." The arrests were made during an increasing focus on influencer behavior, with demands for increased regulation of content celebrating illegal behavior. BJP leaders used the incident to give publicity to law enforcement, and the apology video saw its popularity enhanced. Ongoing Developments The influencers are being detained, with additional interrogations being conducted to find any other offenses. Jaipur Police requested people to report such stunts and claimed strict action in this regard. The incident highlighted the dangers of pursuing viral popularity, as public opinion on X calls for responsibility. Authorities are examining CCTV footage as well to determine the level of public danger involved in the stunt.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Indian Express
Rajasthan influencers hand out beer to commuters, viral video sparks backlash
Seven social media influencers were arrested in Rajasthan's Jaipur after a video of them distributing alcohol on a busy road emerged on the Internet, triggering widespread outrage. The incident took place on Nirjala Ekadashi, a significant religious observance for Hindus. The viral video features influencer Sachin Singh, also known as Lappu Sachin, along with six others, distributing bottles and glasses of beer to commuters on a busy street in Jaipur. At one point in the video, an auto-rickshaw driver is allegedly forced to drink a glass of beer before driving away. The accused arrested were identified as Sachin Singh, Pradeep Kadwasra, Vikas Verma, Abhishek Nirmal, Sunil Kumar, Aditya Mahariya, and Ankit Meghwal, according to a report in NDTV. Their 'alcohol party' drew mixed reactions from commuters. While some appeared uncomfortable, others laughed and participated. The video came to the attention of authorities after a social media user shared it. 'Hello Jaipur police. These boys are stopping people on the road and making them drink and drive. Fine all of them and give these boys a taste of jail's drink for a few days,' the user posted on X. Watch here: Hello @jaipur_police ye ladke logon ko road par rok rok ke drink and drive karwa rahe hain. In sabka challan kaato aur in ladko ko thode din jail ki drink pilao — Madhur (@ThePlacardGuy) June 10, 2025 The video quickly gained traction, sparking outrage across social media platforms. 'That's why education is necessary,' a user wrote. 'Who are these people? This is getting out of hand now! What even,' another user commented. 'Aryabhatt invented 0 after seeing the IQ of these indians,' a third user reacted. Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Digant Anand later confirmed that the video was filmed on Nirjala Ekadashi, stating that the stunt was deemed 'offensive to religious sentiments,' the report said. During the police interrogation, the group claimed they had no intention of offending anyone and stated that the act was carried out solely to gain followers on social media. Following their arrest, the influencers issued a video apology, in which they can be seen kneeling, holding their ears, and appearing disheveled, some with torn clothing. Sharing the apology video on social media, Rajasthan BJP spokesperson Laxmikant Bharadwaj commented, 'They were distributing beer on the streets in style for a reel. Jaipur Police taught them a lesson.'
NDTV
3 days ago
- NDTV
Video: Rajasthan Influencers Distribute Beer Among Public On Ekadashi, 7 Arrested
A group of social media influencers was arrested in Rajasthan's Jaipur after a video of them distributing alcohol on road during Nirjala Ekadashi, a holy day for the Hindus, went viral. The incident sparked significant outrage, leading to swift police action. The viral clip shows influencer Lappu Sachin aka Sachin Singh, along with six others, distributing glasses and bottles of beer to passersby on a busy Jaipur street. In one instance, an auto driver was allegedly made to drink and then drive. The seven influencers arrested were - Sachin Singh, Pradeep Kadwasra, Vikas Verma, Abhishek Nirmal, Sunil Kumar, Aditya Mahariya, and Ankit Meghwal. Their public 'alcohol party' did not go down well with several bystanders, some of whom were visibly uncomfortable while others laughed and joined in. The incident gained attention after a citizen alerted the Jaipur Police. "Hello Jaipur police. These boys are stopping people on the road and making them drink and drive. Fine all of them and give these boys a taste of jail's drink for a few days," he said on X. Hello @jaipur_police ye ladke logon ko road par rok rok ke drink and drive karwa rahe hain. In sabka challan kaato aur in ladko ko thode din jail ki drink pilao — Madhur (@ThePlacardGuy) June 10, 2025 Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Digant Anand confirmed the video was recorded on Nirjala Ekadashi, and the act was deemed offensive to religious sentiments. During the course of interrogation, the arrested youths told the police they never intended to hurt anyone's religious sentiments and recorded the video only to gain followers on social media. They later released an apology video, holding their ears and kneeling on the ground. Some had torn or dishevelled clothes on, suggesting they may have been manhandled by the cops in custody. Rajasthan BJP spokesperson Laxmikant Bharadwaj shared the apology clip on social media and wrote, "They were distributing beer on the streets in style for a reel. Jaipur Police taught them a lesson." छैले बनकर, सड़क पर बियर बाँटने की रील बना रहे थे जयपुर पुलिस ने इनकी रेल बना दी — Laxmikant bhardwaj (@lkantbhardwaj) June 10, 2025 In India, distributing or consuming alcohol in public is illegal in most states. The Motor Vehicles Act (Section 185) penalises drunk driving with fines up to Rs 10,000 and imprisonment for up to two years. State excise laws ban unlicensed distribution of alcohol and impose strict penalties. Many states also observe dry days during religious events like Nirjala Ekadashi.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Time of India
150 rare turtles rescued in Pilibhit; international smuggling link suspected
The rescued turtles as belonging to the Indian soft shell, Indian flap shell, Indian peacock shell, and Indian narrow head species – all protected under the Wildlife Protection Act's Schedule-I. PILIBHIT: A day after the Pilibhit Tiger Reserve (PTR) authorities devised a plan on the eve of World Turtle Day to intensify surveillance to effectively curb turtle trafficking, a team, acting on a tip-off, led by the sub-divisional forest officer (SDFO), Ramesh Chauhan, succeeded in apprehending two turtle traffickers. They were carrying over 150 turtles of different species, listed in Schedule-I of the Wildlife Protection Act, in an SUV. The third trafficker, Sachin Singh from Uttarakhand's Udhamsingh Nagar district, who was the mastermind behind the turtle trafficking, managed to evade the enforcement team. Given the turtles' distant origin and their numbers, officials suspect a connection between the traffickers and an international network of turtle smuggling. Two traffickers, identified as Rakesh Mandal (28) and Vishal Gayan (26) from the same village in Uttarakhand, disclosed in the presence of TOI that they bought the turtles from Rasulabad–Kanpur road near Rasulabad Ghat of the river Ganga. They divulged that 'the turtles in Rasulabad are kept ready for sale in packed condition for prompt dealing. Packed in jute bags, the turtles are sold by weight at the rate of Rs 150 per kilogram without any consideration of specific species. ' Of the two nabbed traffickers, Vishal is an arts graduate. The traffickers were apprehended on Saturday afternoon near a Bangali village, Tanda Colony, under Neuria police station limits in Pilibhit, which was the initial supply point for the turtles. Later, the turtles were scheduled for supply to Udhamsingh Nagar through their next links in the chain. Dr Shailendra Singh, the director of Turtle Survival India Alliance, identified the rescued turtles as belonging to the Indian soft shell, Indian flap shell, Indian peacock shell, and Indian narrow head species – all protected under the Wildlife Protection Act's Schedule-I. Based on the recovery of two mobile phones and five SIM cards from the traffickers, the divisional forest officer (DFO) of PTR, Manish Singh, said, 'We will track the mobile phone details of the recovered SIM cards, which will help detect information about the traffickers' network.' This was the first instance where information about the traffickers' connectivity in Tanda Colony village in Pilibhit surfaced, he added. 'After seeking legal advice from the departmental lawyers, we shall register a case against the three traffickers under relevant sections of the Wildlife Protection Act, while a release order for the turtles would be obtained from the court at the soonest to release the rescued turtles in the Mala river at PTR,' DFO Singh said, adding that around 10 turtles in the jute bags died due to suffocation and dumping, while the legs of two giant turtles of narrow-headed species were tightly tied with jute cord to make them immovable.
Time of India
09-05-2025
- Time of India
Man held with fake notes worth 15,500
Varanasi: A man was arrested with counterfeit currency notes worth Rs 15,500 in the Karanda area of Ghazipur on Thursday, police said. According to reports, as part of the campaign against crime and criminals, the Karanda police team, led by the SO Sachin Singh of Barsara outpost, arrested Sanjay Verma of Brahmanpura village. The police recovered a motorcycle and a mobile phone, along with 31 counterfeit notes of Rs 500 denomination. Based on this recovery, a case was registered against him under sections 179 and 180 of BNS, and further legal proceedings were on. TNN
