Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Champions Bengaluru Development in Diwali Meetings

Biocon's Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw met Karnataka's key political figures during Deepavali, pledging industrial support for Bengaluru's development. She emphasized improvements in the city's infrastructure. Deputy CM Shivakumar assured ongoing efforts to address these issues and engaged industry leaders, rallying for cooperative progress while countering political criticisms.

Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw met with Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar during Deepavali, affirming the industry's commitment to Bengaluru's development. Despite her critical stance via social media on the city's infrastructure, Shaw has pledged support for ongoing improvements.

Deputy CM Shivakumar, overseeing Bengaluru's development, emphasized the industry's agreement to collaborate without hindering the city's progress. He announced plans to visit areas adjoining Bengaluru and engage the Greater Bengaluru Authority to address disparities and promote cohesive urban development.

The state government has faced criticism regarding the deteriorating infrastructure, notably from industry veterans like Shaw and Mohandas Pai. Despite accusations of carrying personal agendas, Shaw reiterated her long-standing commitment to advocating for Bengaluru's infrastructural reforms, irrespective of political administrations.

(With inputs from agencies.)