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Shivakumar's remark on Bengaluru MLAs marrying twice sparks political row
✍️ indiatoday.in
🗓 26 Sep 2026, 01:36 AM
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Shivakumar stated that MLAs who come to Bengaluru do not return to their constituencies and often marry twice. The comment triggered a political row in Karnataka.
Shivakumar remarked that MLAs who come to Bengaluru tend not to go back to their home districts and frequently marry twice.
He made the comment during a public event in Bengaluru, where the statement was immediately picked up by media and political commentators.
The remark has sparked a debate, with various parties seeking clarification and calling for a measured response on the issue.
He made the comment during a public event in Bengaluru, where the statement was immediately picked up by media and political commentators.
The remark has sparked a debate, with various parties seeking clarification and calling for a measured response on the issue.