Yesterday, a conference was organized in Mysuru on behalf of the government. On such occasions, it is customary to welcome those present at the event. Since Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar was not present at the time, I naturally did not mention his name. Where is the question of insult in this?

The BJP people make such statements with the intention of creating a rift between me and D.K. Shivakumar. The BJP has the illusion that they can gain political advantage from this, but that will always remain an illusion.

On the occasion of our government completing two years, around 2 lakh people participated in the conference held in Vijayanagara. This indicates the people’s support for the government.

While the BJP speaks against guarantees, they are imitating our guarantee schemes. The BJP, which spreads lies about the government’s achievements, will never come forward for an open discussion. But we are always ready for a discussion.

It has come to our notice that small traders in the state are receiving tax notices for digital payments. The GST system was introduced by the central government, and the GST Council operates under the central government. State governments have no responsibility for this. However, we will hold consultations with the central government regarding this issue, discuss it with the state’s commercial tax department, and take appropriate decisions.

– Siddaramaiah – Karnataka CM, Speaking to media representatives after offering Bagina to the Kabini reservoir