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Seven Held in Jaipur After Influencer Handed Out Liquor on Nirjala Ekadashi

Officials opened probes under several IPC sections after the influencer admitted staging the giveaway to raise his follower tally.

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Overview

  • The stunt took place on June 6, when social media influencer Lappu Sachin and six friends distributed bottles of beer on a busy Jaipur road during the sacred Nirjala Ekadashi fast day.
  • A video of the public liquor distribution went viral, prompting Jaipur Police to launch an investigation and arrest all seven participants on June 10.
  • The accused told officers they staged the giveaway solely to boost their social media following and have since publicly apologised by holding their ears in a traditional gesture of contrition.
  • Police say the group faces charges under multiple Indian Penal Code provisions, including sections related to hurting religious sentiments and causing public nuisance.
  • Investigators are continuing to gather evidence and assess any additional legal or administrative measures against those involved.