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Bengaluru's Growth Battle: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Meets DK Shivakumar Amid Feud

Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw met with Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to discuss Bengaluru's growth and innovation path. The meeting comes after public tensions over the city's infrastructure problems, including poor roads and garbage management. Shaw had earlier expressed frustration after an overseas visitor questioned Bengaluru's infrastructure compared to China. Shivakumar had previously responded by suggesting Shaw could develop the roads herself if she wanted improvements.

Key Points: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw DK Shivakumar Meet Over Bengaluru Infrastructure

  • Meeting focused on Bengaluru's growth trajectory and innovation ecosystem
  • Discussion comes amid public feud over city's infrastructure woes
  • Shaw previously criticized poor roads and garbage management issues
  • Shivakumar had suggested Shaw could develop roads herself if dissatisfied
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Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw meets Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar

Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw meets Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar to discuss Bengaluru's growth and innovation amid ongoing infrastructure feud.

"Why are the roads so bad and why is there so much garbage around? Doesn't the Govt want to support investment? - Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw"

Bengaluru, October 21

Biocon chief and industrialist Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw on Tuesday morning met Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar at his residence in Bengaluru.

During the meeting, they discussed about Bengaluru's growth, innovation, and the path ahead for Karnataka's growth story.

In a post on X, DK Shivakumar wrote, "It was a pleasure to meet Ms. @kiranshaw, entrepreneur and Founder of Biocon, at my residence today. We had an engaging discussion on Bengaluru's growth, innovation, and the path ahead for Karnataka's growth story."

https://x.com/DKShivakumar/status/1980505452866933175

This comes amid the feud between the duo over infrastructure in Bengaluru.

Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has earlier expressed frustration over Bengaluru's infrastructure woes, citing poor road conditions and garbage management issues on several occasions. She emphasised the need for timely garbage clearance and road resurfacing, holding government ministers accountable for the city's state.

Her comments followed an overseas business visitor's tour of Biocon Park, who raised questions about the state of the city's infrastructure.

In a post on X, Shaw wrote, "I had an overseas business visitor to Biocon Park who said, 'Why are the roads so bad and why is there so much garbage around? Doesn't the Govt want to support investment? I have just come from China and cant understand why India can't get its act together especially when the winds are favourable?'"

In response to criticism, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar took a jibe at Biocon chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw over the latter's criticism of road infrastructure in Bengaluru, saying that she could develop the same if she wants.

"If she wants to develop them (roads), let her do it. If she comes and asks, we will give her the roads," Shivakumar said while conducting the "Bengaluru Nadige (Walk for Bengaluru)" program in the KR Puram area.

On Sunday, Shivakumar lashed out at "some" Bengaluru-based industrialists for their alleged unwarranted caustic remarks about Bengaluru's urban infrastructure.

"Some of the industrialists who owe their success to Bengaluru are today criticising the city. They are forgetting their humble beginnings in Bengaluru and how the city helped them grow. I believe that we should not forget our roots," the Deputy CM said while speaking to reporters after participating in 'Walk with Bengaluru' initiative at Koramangala.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw is absolutely right about the infrastructure problems. As a daily commuter, I face terrible roads and garbage issues every day. When international visitors comment on this, it's embarrassing for our IT capital.
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Sarah B
While I appreciate constructive criticism, the Deputy CM's point about remembering roots is valid. Both industry and government need to work together rather than engage in public spats. Bengaluru has given so much to everyone - let's build it together.
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Arjun K
"We will give her the roads" - what kind of response is this from a Deputy CM? 😒 Instead of sarcastic comments, the government should focus on fixing the actual problems. Industrialists create jobs and pay taxes - they deserve better infrastructure.
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Nikhil C
This meeting gives me hope! Bengaluru is India's startup capital and we need world-class infrastructure to compete globally. Hope this discussion leads to concrete action plans. 🙏
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Kavya N
As a resident of KR Puram area, I've seen the infrastructure issues firsthand. Both sides have valid points - industrialists should be more constructive in criticism, but government must accept feedback and act faster. The meeting is a positive step.

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