A young man took a stand against VIP culture on Thursday when a high-end SUV, part of an official convoy, ran a red light and nearly caused an accident in the city’s busy Gulberg area. The incident, caught on camera by bystanders, quickly went viral on social media, reigniting the debate over reckless behavior by privileged individuals on the roads.
The man who singlehandedly fought the armed goons/security guards in Lahore! Down with Dallaa culture! The state of lawlessness and the audacity to open fire on a citizen in broad daylight! Everyone has faced this VIP buffoonery in one way or the other be it on the roads or in… pic.twitter.com/8Saj1Fo4Rq
— khadija siddiqi (@khadijasid751) March 14, 2025
Eyewitnesses reported that the convoy, consisting of multiple black-tinted vehicles, forced its way through traffic despite clear red signals. Ahsan Raza, a 24-year-old motorcyclist, narrowly avoided a collision and decided to confront the drivers. “Why do these VIPs think they own the roads?” he shouted, standing firm in front of the convoy.
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The confrontation quickly escalated when security personnel stepped out and tried to push him aside. However, Raza refused to move, arguing that ordinary citizens had the same right to use the roads safely. Frustrated commuters honked in support, while bystanders recorded the exchange.
“It’s the same everywhere,” said an elderly shopkeeper witnessing the scene. “First in Islamabad, now here—young people are fed up with this arrogance.”
“Salute to this young man who stood his ground against VIP culture in Lahore today, while others chose silence. In a crowd full of bystanders, he stood alone—but he stood strong. Respect. 🫡#BoycottVIPCulture #StandAgainstInjustice #RespectForBravery pic.twitter.com/zcbgjSBvYW
— People Media Pakistan (@Peoplemediapak) March 14, 2025
Police arrived at the scene but reportedly did not take any action against the convoy. Social media erupted with outrage, with many calling for stricter enforcement against VIP protocol abuses. “This needs to stop. No one is above the law,” one user tweeted.
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The incident has once again highlighted the growing frustration among citizens over unchecked VIP culture, with many hoping that such protests will eventually lead to real change.
“Salute this Young man who stood alone from a crowd full of cowards against VIP culture in Lahore today 🫡” #lahoreIncident #vipculture pic.twitter.com/1mIZGaE7V3
— Danyal Sandeelo (@DanyalSandeelo) March 13, 2025