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Hyderabad Ganesh Idol 'Gold' Claims False, Say Police
18 Sep
Summary
- Viral claims about a 48-kg Panchaloha Ganesha idol were debunked.
- Police stated the idol was not coated with 24-carat gold as alleged.
- Organizers allegedly spread false claims for commercial promotion.
A Ganesh idol in Hyderabad's Begum Bazaar has become the center of a social media controversy following viral claims of it being a "Golden Ganesha." Posts circulating online alleged the 48-kg Panchaloha idol was coated with 24-carat gold and embellished with numerous American diamonds, drawing inspiration from famous idols like Mumbai's Lalbaugcha Raja.
However, Goshamahal police have officially refuted these sensational claims, labeling them as "false and misleading." Inspector B. Sravan Kumar confirmed that the idol, situated within the police station's jurisdiction, was not constructed with the materials or in the manner described in the viral messages, particularly denying any 24-carat gold coating.
Authorities further allege that organizers associated with the "Lee Chee Ka Raja Ganesh" celebration intentionally disseminated these untruths to promote the commercial interests of Lee Chee Pearls and Jewels. The police are advising the public against sharing unverified information and to rely only on official sources, emphasizing the importance of curbing the spread of misleading content during festive occasions.
