Aisshwarya DKS Hegde, daughter of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, made waves at the VTU Youth Fest 2025 with her sharp response to a media query on Kannada signboards, earning widespread praise online.
Aisshwarya DKS Hegde.(Instagram/Aisshwarya DKS Hegde)
A video capturing the exchange has gone viral, drawing admiration from social media users.
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During the event, a reporter questioned Aisshwarya about the absence of Kannada on the event’s signboards. With out hesitation, she turned to test and acknowledged the oversight, replying, “This is why we have invited you—to point out our mistakes so we can improve.”
Her assured and composed response has sparked a flood of reward on social media, with customers commending her poise and presence.
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Aisshwarya’s response has ignited a flurry of discussions on-line, with many lauding her confidence and articulation.
One person was significantly impressed, writing, “This girl is going to be a killer politician. She needs to find a constituency. 10X better than Nikhil or most BJP politicians’ kids. Speaks Kannada well, supremely confident, and knows how to handle criticism.” The remark resonated with a number of customers who agreed that she exhibited the traits of a pure chief.
One other person, whereas praising her poise, speculated on her future, stating, “Her confidence is unmatched, but she won’t join politics. Bookmark this.” This sparked debates on whether or not Aisshwarya, regardless of her robust presence, would observe her father’s footsteps into the political enviornment.
A 3rd person drew parallels between Aisshwarya and Karnataka MLA Pradeep Eshwar, commenting, “Same tone, same intonation—she’s the female version of him!” The comparability hinted at her commanding method of talking, which some consider mirrors that of seasoned politicians.
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