Fri Jan 10 15:28:35 UTC 2025: ## Union Minister Rejects Colleague’s Praise, Emphasizes Duty Over Publicity
**Mysuru, January 10, 2025** – Union Minister for Heavy Industries and Steel, H.D. Kumaraswamy, today dismissed comments from Mandya district Minister N. Cheluvarayaswamy, stating he doesn’t require praise for his work. The rejection came in response to Cheluvarayaswamy’s compliments regarding a centrally funded project’s groundbreaking ceremony.
Kumaraswamy, speaking to reporters in Maddur taluk, emphasized his commitment to fulfilling his responsibilities rather than seeking publicity. He contrasted his approach with his past as Chief Minister, stating that if he were focused on self-promotion, numerous foundation stones would have been laid throughout the state. He urged Cheluvarayaswamy to focus on his ministerial duties rather than offering accolades. The Union Minister concluded by stating his disinterest in engaging in “petty politics.”
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