Hyderabad, July 13 -- A police officer in Hyderabad faced immediate suspension and criminal charges after a video showing him allegedly allowing his minor granddaughter to drive a car on a busy public road went viral, sparking widespread public outrage.

The incident, which took place on the Gandhamguda-Bairagiguda road, reportedly caused a traffic jam and raised severe road safety concerns. When local residents confronted the officer, he allegedly defended the act rather than acknowledging the danger.

Following the viral footage, the Cyberabad Traffic Police registered a formal case against the officer, identified as Pujari Thirupathi.

"In connection with the reported issue, a case has been registered under Section 125 of the Bharatiya...