Archive · 12 Aug 2025
DK Shivakumar Refutes Reports on Ganesha Idol Gift to PM Modi
Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar clarified that he bought the silver Ganesha idol he gave to Prime Minister Modi.
Some news reports incorrectly stated that a BJP MLA, M. Krishnappa, had purchased the idol.
Shivakumar explained that he used his own money and that the idol was checked by security before being presented.
He also advised people to check facts before believing news.
DK Shivakumar clarified that he personally purchased and gifted the silver Ganesha idol to PM Modi.
Reports claimed the idol was bought by BJP MLA M. Krishnappa, which Shivakumar refuted.
The idol was presented during the inauguration of the Metro Yellow Line in Bengaluru.
Shivakumar stated he used his own money and no departmental funds for the purchase.
He urged the public to verify facts before believing or sharing information.
- Who
- DK Shivakumar, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and BJP MLA M. Krishnappa.
- What
- DK Shivakumar clarified the purchase of a silver Ganesha idol gifted to PM Modi.
- When
- The clarification was issued on Tuesday, August 12.
- Where
- Bengaluru, during the inauguration of the Metro Yellow Line.
- Why
- To refute incorrect media reports about the idol's purchase.
Misinformation
Authenticity
Source of Idol
Misinformation
Incorrect claim that BJP MLA M. Krishnappa purchased the idol.
Authenticity
Accurate information that DK Shivakumar purchased and gifted the idol.
- Event
- Inauguration of the Metro Yellow Line in Bengaluru
- Gift
- Silver Ganesha idol
- Donor
- DK Shivakumar
- Recipient
- PM Narendra Modi
- Incorrect Claim
- Idol was bought by BJP MLA M. Krishnappa