India, Nov. 14 -- A post by Biocon chief Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw praising visible improvements in Bengaluru's roads and footpaths has triggered a wave of mixed reactions from residents, many of whom argued it was too early to celebrate.

Shaw's comment came in response to recent civic works taken up across the city, where she credited Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar and senior BBMP officials for "rescuing the city" from deteriorating infrastructure.

"We are finally seeing cleaner footpaths and asphalted roads. Your leadership has been key in preventing the city from collapsing under garbage debris and potholes," she wrote on X, also urging citizens to participate in building a "world-class city."

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