A video featuring Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar biting an apple and throwing it into a crowd has gone viral on social media, drawing both support and criticism. The incident occurred during his visit to Harohalli in Kanakapura, where local residents and party workers accorded him a grand welcome. As part of the reception, supporters presented him with a large garland decorated with apples and flowers.
According to the viral footage, Shivakumar removed an apple from the garland, took a bite, and tossed the partially eaten fruit towards the gathering. Several people were seen attempting to catch the apple, a scene that quickly gained traction across social media platforms. The video has since sparked widespread discussion online.
విమర్శలకు దారి తీస్తున్న కర్ణాటక కాంగ్రెస్ సీఎం డీకే శివకుమార్ చర్యలు
కనకపుర పర్యటనలో భాగంగా సగం యాపిల్ కొరికి కార్యకర్తల మీదికి విసిరేసిన డీకే శివకుమార్
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Critics questioned the appropriateness of the gesture, with some alleging that it reflected an outdated style of leadership. Several social media users argued that throwing a bitten fruit into a crowd was disrespectful and inappropriate for a public representative. Others described the incident as demeaning and raised concerns about the message it conveyed to the public.
The video has also triggered discussions over hygiene, with some users criticizing the act of throwing a partially eaten apple into a crowd. While supporters viewed the gesture as a display of affection towards followers, detractors argued that public figures should maintain decorum during public events. The incident continues to generate reactions online, with opinions remaining sharply divided.