The BJP has accused Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar of violating traditions for publicity, while the state government has defended its actions, saying it respects the royal family and is willing to... Bengaluru: A controversy has erupted over the Karnataka government's handling of the Mysuru Dasara celebrations, with Rajamata Pramodadevi Wadiyar alleging police high-handedness and ill-treatment of royal family members, warning that she may reconsider handing over the Golden Howdah (Ambari) to the.