Punjab Chief Secretary Jawad Rafique has condemned the scolding ofAssistant Commissioner by Firdous Ashiq Awan in Sialkot, reported 24News TV channel.

While reacted to the incident on Sunday, the chief secretary said the administrative officers of doing their duties on the frontline during coronavirus pandemic and harsh weather. He said using harsh language against any officer was condemnable. He said the officers were in the field day and night to give relief to the masses which is commendable.

No one should insult the officer, he said adding that they had already expressed their concern to the chief minister regarding the incident. A video of Firdous Ashiq Awan surfaced on Sunday while she was inspecting a Ramadan Bazaar in her native town.

On the occasion, Dr. Firdous scolded Assistant Commissioner Sonia Sadaf. The video got a very strong reaction on the internet. The netizens at large condemned Dr. Firdous for her behaviour with the officer.