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DK Shivakumar Warns Bengaluru Tech Firms

Priya SinghSource: livemint.com
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DK Shivakumar Warns Bengaluru Tech Firms
DK Shivakumar Warns Bengaluru Tech FirmsSource: livemint.com
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Karnataka Chief Minister DK Shivakumar has warned private companies of action if they deny jobs to Kannadigas. A viral video alleged language-based discrimination in Bengaluru's IT sector, with some companies favoring candidates from neighboring states. Shivakumar emphasized the state's pride in Kannada talent and vowed to address employment concerns, but no company has been identified for action.

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