Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's Cycling Incident Sparks Online Reactions

A Minor Cycling Mishap

On Tuesday, Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar experienced a small mishap while cycling near the Vidhana Soudha in Bengaluru. After a ride from a distance, he reached the steps of the state legislature building, where he seemingly lost his balance and fell. Bystanders quickly came to his aid, and the incident was captured on video, which has since gone viral, with many users sharing it alongside humorous comments.

Symbolic Gesture on Social Media

Earlier that day, Shivakumar posted a photo of himself cycling towards the Vidhana Soudha on X (formerly Twitter). In his post, he explained the symbolic nature of his choice, stating, 'In the corridors of power, I chose a cycle, because progress doesn’t always need horsepower, just people power.'

Fashion Statement While Cycling

During his ride through Bengaluru, the Deputy Chief Minister was spotted wearing a Louis Vuitton stole, which caught the attention of social media users.

Mixed Reactions on Social Media

Responses on X varied widely. One user humorously remarked, 'Sir, you didn’t have to wear the LV dupatta even while cycling.' Another joked, 'He has so many LV dupattas!' Meanwhile, some users took the opportunity to discuss urban mobility and safety, with one asking, 'When can we normal folks feel safe enough to use a cycle (or even walk) for our commute?'

Irony and Sarcasm

In a sarcastic comment, a user suggested, 'Sir, do some cycling in ORR sometimes with the fantastic infrastructure that you have created for common citizens!' Another pointed out the irony, stating, 'By the way, the electric cycle you’re riding still needs horsepower.'