Mysore/Mysuru, Jan. 14 -- Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's brief stop in Mysuru yesterday was marked by ceremonial welcomes and subtle signals of divergence among Karnataka's top leadership.

Chief Minister Siddaramaiah received him with a bouquet and presented a replica of the Mysore Palace, while Energy Minister K.J. George gifted a miniature elephant. Deputy Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar also welcomed Rahul Gandhi with a bouquet.

After Rahul Gandhi left for Tamil Nadu, Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar walked out of the Airport together. Siddaramaiah was accorded a ceremonial guard of honour, which Shivakumar was seen observing closely.

However, when Siddaramaiah moved towards the press gallery to address media persons, Shivakumar quietly l...