DK Shivakumar: No differences with Siddaramaiah, dismissing discord rumours

Bengaluru: Chief Minister D K Shivakumar on Monday dismissed speculation of differences between him and former chief minister Siddaramaiah, while asserting that there was no discord, big or small, between them.

. "Some people are trying to create an impression that there are differences between us," he said.

. Speaking to reporters, Shivakumar said Siddaramaiah continued to be their leader and that critics and political opponents were necessary for clean politics.

.'Expose makers, motive & masterminds': Siddaramaiah over sting operation row. "In politics, there should be critics and opponents. It is only when they are around that people like us can practise clean politics. Siddaramaiah is our leader. Some people, including seers, are portraying things differently in the media," he said.

. Explaining his recent meeting with Siddaramaiah, Shivakumar said the two had several issues to discuss ahead of the local body elections and that he also extended Deepavali greetings.