Minister K. M. Shivalingegowda clarifies that 'respect' does not mean 'bribe'

Excise Minister K. M. Shivalingegowda stated in Bengaluru that 'respect' does not mean 'bribe'. He clarified that his statement was about thanking those who helped, which he described as a duty. He also stated that he had advised the district collector to conduct a public hearing and resolve issues between officials and beneficiaries. Furthermore, he mentioned that a 'dashboard' for grievance redressal would be established in Hassan under the leadership of the district collector, detailing the issues, time taken, and status of resolution.