A video of Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has gone viral on social media, showing him taking a bite of an apple and then throwing it towards his supporters during a public event. The incident occurred on Monday while the CM was addressing a gathering in Bengaluru. In the clip, Shivakumar can be seen holding an apple, taking a bite, and then hurling it into the crowd, which erupts in cheers. The video has sparked mixed reactions, with some criticizing the gesture as disrespectful and others defending it as a light-hearted moment. The CM's office has not issued an official statement regarding the incident. The video has been widely shared on platforms like Twitter and Facebook.
Reactions and Controversy
The video has drawn criticism from opposition leaders, who called the act undignified for a chief minister. However, supporters of Shivakumar argued that it was a spontaneous gesture of affection. Social media users remain divided, with some calling it a waste of food and others seeing it as a fun interaction with the crowd. The incident adds to a series of viral moments involving politicians in Karnataka.
