The MLA said the Bilaspur collector did not extend special VIP invitations to elected representatives for Rajyotsava celebrations, and sent 'ordinary invitation cards that are sent to common people'.
An image had surfaced on social media claiming that Shoaib was fined just Rs 5, whereas the fine for not wearing a mask is Rs 500 in Chhattisgarh. Later another image had surfaced which showed a Rs 500 fine.