Bengaluru, India’s Silicon Valley, faces constant criticism for heavy traffic and frequent potholes. But DK Shivakumar claimed it was all a “creation of social media”. According to the Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, the capital has no potholes.
“There is no pothole, no problem. It is only a social media creation. Bengaluru is doing well. People are coming from all over the world to invest in Bengaluru, live in Bengaluru, work in Bengaluru,” Shivakumar had earlier told ANI.
His remark surprised many as it came just two months after he himself claimed that extensive repairs were underway to fix potholes in the city.
Earlier, Shivakumar said pothole repairs are underway in Bengaluru. Engineers and workers were on site every day. He promised long-lasting quality repairs for safer and smoother roads for residents.
“Pothole repair work is in full swing across Bengaluru. Our engineers and workers are on site every day to ensure consistent quality of every repair. We are committed to providing smoother and safer roads to meet the growing aspirations of Bengaluru,” he tweeted earlier.
Bengaluru, formerly Bangalore, is a technology hub of a large economy, hosting start-ups and large global firms. Social media had a noon after Shivakumar’s claims. Users did not miss the chance to deliver the best sarcastic lines in their armor.
Reaction on social networks
“These are not potholes, this is a training ground for our astronauts before the Gaganyaan mission,” wrote one of them.
“Why can’t people in Bengaluru buy cars like Rolls-Royce instead of constantly complaining about PARTS?! Potholes happen for a reason: To drive slowly and prevent road deaths!” joked another.
“There is no INC government in Karnataka, it is only in fake newspapers,” came another sarcastic comment.
Another user wrote: “There is no corruption in India, it’s just a creation of social media!”
“Yes, he’s right: no potholes because they never built a road in Electronic City,” chimed in another.
“Right. These are ‘water harvesting features’ for bikes and cars,” wrote one user.
“Also there is no AQI, it’s a creation of social media,” joked another.
Another user wrote: “Bengaluru has two seasons, traffic and potholes. Plot: politicians seem blind to both.”
“Ah, so the potholes are just social media and Photoshop creations? Then my car’s suspension must be a paid actor because it cries every time I hit a ‘Digital’ pothole,” fired another.
