Belagavi, Dec. 19 -- Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Friday responded to BJP leader Vijayendra's accusation, calling him the "father of corruption," saying the claims need proof and that time will answer the questions raised.

"We will respond to Vijayendra at a suitable time. He has said that we are the ATM for the High Command, but he has to prove it. On what basis has he made this allegation? Time will answer his questions," Shivakumar told reporters at the Circuit House in Belagavi.

Shivakumar, while addressing questions at a dinner meeting hosted by Satish Jarkiholi for legislators, said there was nothing wrong with such gatherings.

"Can anyone say no to a dinner meeting? There is nothing wrong in dinner meetings, ...