Karnataka CM D K Shivakumar denies differences with Siddaramaiah
The Chief Minister stated he has no intention of causing harm to his predecessor while vowing to leave a positive impact.
Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar said on Wednesday that he does not intend to cause harm to anyone, including former Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Speaking at a book release in Mysuru, Shivakumar addressed speculation regarding discord between the two leaders, according to a report by Deccan Herald.
Shivakumar stated that he has worked with Siddaramaiah and has no intention of wishing him ill. He committed to performing work that remains in the hearts of the people during his tenure in office.
The Chief Minister previously dismissed claims of tension between him and Siddaramaiah on Monday, asserting there is no discord between them. He noted that while politics requires critics and opponents, Siddaramaiah remains their leader.
Reflecting on his political career, Shivakumar said that navigating politics is difficult and requires patience to withstand criticism. He claimed the opposition is unable to digest his growth and said he will not bow to such criticism.
Shivakumar also mentioned his past association with former Chief Minister H D Kumaraswamy. He said that despite political differences during the Congress-JD(S) coalition government, he never sought to undermine Kumaraswamy.
The Chief Minister expressed his desire to ensure that citizens do not face unnecessary hardship. He added that he intends to work towards taking everyone along.