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Hyderabad Police Debunk Claims of Gold-Plated Ganesh Idol
Police in Hyderabad's Goshamahal area have debunked claims that a Ganesh idol was plated with 24-karat gold. Authorities stated these claims were "false and misleading." Police allege the publicity surrounding the idol was intended to promote the commercial interests of Lee Chee Pearls and Jewels. The clarification was issued to counter viral social media posts and news reports about the idol's alleged gold plating.
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- Left (1): The Hindu
- Centre (1): NDTV