Dr. Omer Adil sends ceiling fans to jail after incarceration stint

Renowned surgeon Dr. Omer Adil has won hearts both inside and outside Lahore’s Camp Jail—thanks to a cool gesture during a very hot month.

In a Facebook post that quickly caught public attention, Dr. Omer shared a photo with a police officer, writing,“Donated 50 ceiling fans to Camp jail Lahore to provide relief to the inmates in the sweltering summer months ahead. This has been made possible due to Professor Shaheena Asif Choudhary and Nazia Imtiaz. May Allah bless them.”

While the act of kindness was clearly appreciated, social media users couldn’t help but sprinkle the comment section with a mix of praise, jokes, and… a little advice.

“These fans should be installed under your supervision, otherwise they may end up somewhere else,” one user warned, half-serious, half-joking.

Another added, “Very nice initiative—but keep an eye on it to make sure they’re used for the inmates!!!”
Others couldn’t resist wordplay, “I’m now your big fan hazoor-e-wala!”

“You’re great, Dr. Sb. MashaAllah!”

Dr. Omer’s simple yet thoughtful contribution comes at a time when heatwaves are already putting vulnerable people—especially prisoners—at risk. His initiative, supported by Professor Shaheena and Nazia Imtiaz, highlights how small actions can bring big relief when temperatures rise.

He decided to donate the fans after personally experiencing the harsh conditions inside Camp Jail in 2024. That experience made him realise how difficult summers can be for inmates, and he wanted to offer some comfort to those still inside.

Dr Omer was sent to jail last year after the Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) arrested him in a cybercrime case. Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari had filed a complaint against him for using inappropriate and offensive language in a YouTube show titled “Ganda Aandaa.”

Another journalist, Ghareeda Farooqi, also filed a case against him. Initially, Dr Omer refused to apologise, but after his arrest and the legal proceedings, he eventually issued an unconditional apology. The court later granted him bail.