Bengaluru, Oct. 14 -- Bengaluru has given opportunities, identity, and success to millions, and it deserves collective effort, not constant criticism, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar said on Tuesday.

Shivakumar's reaction followed the concerns of Biocon Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw over Bengaluru's infrastructure.

"Yes, challenges exist, but we're addressing them with focus and urgency. Rs.1,100 crore has been sanctioned for road repairs, 10000+ potholes identified, and over 5000+ already fixed on priority. Major infrastructure works are underway to make Bengaluru more globally competitive," Shivakumar said in a post on X.

He said that under the Greater Bengaluru Authority, East Corporation alone will now retain Rs.1,6...