Archive · 6 Dec 2025
Shivakumar Responds to Cartier Watch Controversy
D K Shivakumar, the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, has clarified that he has declared all his expensive watches, including two Cartier watches, in his affidavit to the Lokayukta.
He said that he and the Chief Minister, Siddaramaiah, have the right to wear any watch they choose.
A BJP leader, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, had questioned why Shivakumar did not mention the Cartier watches in his affidavit to the Election Commission.
Shivakumar said this is a political attack and that he has been transparent.
The BJP leader also asked if the watch was stolen or bought and demanded proof of purchase.
Shivakumar said he will fight the allegations legally.
D K Shivakumar clarifies declaration of Rolex and Cartier watches in Lokayukta affidavit.
BJP leader Chalavadi Narayanaswamy questions omission of Cartier watch in Election Commission affidavit.
Shivakumar claims the controversy is politically motivated and aims to harass him.
Narayanaswamy demands proof of purchase for the Cartier watch valued at Rs 47 lakh.
Shivakumar asserts his right to wear any watch of his choice and promises legal action.
- Who
- D K Shivakumar (Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister) and Chalavadi Narayanaswamy (BJP Leader)
- What
- Controversy over the declaration of expensive watches in affidavits
- When
- Clarification posted on December 6, affidavit submitted on October 28
- Where
- Karnataka, India
- Why
- Narayanaswamy questioned the omission of a Cartier watch in Shivakumar's Election Commission affidavit
D K Shivakumar
Chalavadi Narayanaswamy (BJP)
Watch Affidavit Discrepancy
D K Shivakumar
Shivakumar clarified that he declared all watches, including Cartier, in his Lokayukta affidavit and has the right to wear any watch of his choice.
Chalavadi Narayanaswamy (BJP)
Narayanaswamy questioned the omission of the Cartier watch in Shivakumar's Election Commission affidavit and accused him of lying about its purchase.
Political Motives
D K Shivakumar
Shivakumar claims the controversy is politically motivated and aimed at harassing him and other Congress leaders.
Chalavadi Narayanaswamy (BJP)
Narayanaswamy suggests that the expensive watches raise questions about the integrity and transparency of Shivakumar and Siddaramaiah.
- Person Involved
- D K Shivakumar (Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister)
- Accuser
- Chalavadi Narayanaswamy (BJP Leader)
- Watches Declared
- Rolex (Rs 9 lakh), Cartier (Rs 23,90,246 and Rs 12,06,000)
- Affidavit Date
- October 28 (Lokayukta)
- Controversy
- Cartier watch worth Rs 47 lakh (including taxes)
- Allegations
- Omission of Cartier watch in Election Commission affidavit
- Response
- Shivakumar claims transparency and political harassment
Sources
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