Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has come out strongly against what he described as “selective targeting” of Bengaluru’s road problems by the media. Addressing reporters on Monday, Shivakumar insisted that potholes are not unique to Karnataka but a nationwide issue that even affects areas near the Prime Minister’s residence in Delhi. The media should see how many potholes there are on the Prime Minister’s residence road,” he remarked, pointing out that poor road infrastructure is a systemic challenge across India. To address concerns, the Karnataka government has earmarked ₹1,100 crore for road repairs and construction across the city. Yet Shivakumar maintained that his administration is committed to restoring the city’s roads and improving urban mobility.