Pawan Kalyan criticizes actor Karthi over remarks on Tirupati laddu, Karthi issues apology
Andhra Pradesh: After objections raised by Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan, actor Karthi issued an apology on September 24, for his remarks regarding the ongoing Tirupati laddu controversy. Karthi expressed regret through a post on X, stating, “Dear @PawanKalyan sir, with deep respects to you, I apologise for any unintended misunderstanding caused. As a humble devotee of Lord Venkateswara, I always hold our traditions dear.”
The controversy began after Karthi made a light-hearted comment about the laddu issue at the pre-release event of his film Sathyam Sundaram on September 23. When asked about a meme referencing laddus, he remarked, “Let’s not talk about laddus now. It is a sensitive topic,” alluding to allegations of adulteration involving the Tirupati laddus, which reportedly contain animal fat.
Pawan Kalyan, who is currently observing an 11-day deeksha for "penance," took issue with Karthi's comments, stating that such matters should not be ridiculed. “The film industry should either support Hindu causes or remain silent. Don’t make jokes about the laddu controversy,” he said after visiting the Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada.
He also criticised actor Prakash Raj, who had advised against creating communal tensions over the issue. Pawan Kalyan responded, “When it comes to secularism, it’s a two-way street, not one way. Hindus are soft, so you say whatever you want. Would you dare speak the same way about Islam?”
The laddu controversy erupted on September 19 after the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanam confirmed contaminants in the ghee used in laddu preparation.
Dear @PawanKalyan sir, with deep respects to you, I apologize for any unintended misunderstanding caused. As a humble devotee of Lord Venkateswara, I always hold our traditions dear. Best regards.
— Karthi (@Karthi_Offl) September 24, 2024
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Kumaraswamy accuses Cong govt of 'neglecting' farmers in Karnataka
Mysuru (PTI): Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy on Tuesday accused the Congress government in Karnataka of "neglecting" the farmers in the state and being involved in corruption.
The JD(S) leader took part in an event where President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the 1066th Jayanthi celebrations of Adi Jagadguru Sri Shivarathreeshwara Shivayogi Mahaswamiji at Malavalli in Mandya district, which comes under his Lok Sabha constituency.
"I saw a report that 2,800 farmers have died by suicide after this government came to power (in state). The government seems to be not concerned about the farmers. This government on coming to power said that it will give Rs 24,000 crore as loan to 32 lakh farmers for their farming activities, but till November, about Rs 12,000 crore has been paid to 24 lakh farmers, limiting to what was there earlier by managing the books of account," Kumaraswamy said.
Speaking to reporters here, he said, "These things show the failures of this government. Also, there is a corrupt system. I will not speak about it now. After December 20, I will speak to you in detail. There are a lot of issues to share with you."
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Responding to a question, the JD(S) leader, who turned 66 today, said there is no use of giving any documents. "I'm waiting for the right time."
Regarding the Congress government introducing a bill against "hate speech" in the Assembly, Kumaswamy said it is aimed at silencing the opposition in the state, but they won't be successful.
"What do Congress leaders have to say about their workers' comments against Prime Minister Narendra Modi?. He cited slogans -- 'Modi teri kabr khudegi, aaj nahi to kal khudegi' (Modi's grave will be dug.. if not today, then tomorrow) -- allegedly raised against Modi at a Congress rally in Delhi on Sunday.
