Caste Census News - Latest Updates & Headlines
It will promote social justice, says UP Minister Anil Rajbhar after MHA notification on census
Lucknow June 16: Uttar Pradesh Minister Anil Rajbhar on Monday called the Union government's decision to conduct a caste census with a general census a "historic decision," adding that it will promote social justice.
Has PM changed his mind?: Jairam Ramesh questions no mention of caste census in MHA notification
New Delhi, June 16: Congress General Secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh on Monday questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi over "no mention" of caste census in the gazette notification for the population census by the Ministry of Home Affairs, asking, "Has the Prime Minister changed his mind?"
Centre not conducting social, educational, economic survey like us: K'taka CM Siddaramaiah
Davanagere: , June 16 (IANS) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Monday stated that to ensure social justice, it is essential to understand the social and economic conditions of the people.
VIP chief Sahani promises Rs 2,500 monthly aid for women; hits out at NDA over unemployment and inflation
Patna, June 16: Vikassheel Insaan Party (VIP) President and former Bihar Minister, Mukesh Sahani, has launched a scathing attack on the NDA government during a large public meeting held at the Inter College ground in Bhagwanpur block of Siwan district.
Karnataka: Caste census is for social justice, not politics, says Deputy CM Shivakumar
Bengaluru, June 12: Hitting out at the opposition parties for their alleged contrasting and vacillating stand over the caste census, Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Thursday said that the reason for redoing the caste census was "social justice, not politics."
K'taka Cabinet decides to conduct fresh caste census survey, seek Backward Classes panel's opinion: Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru, June 12: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Thursday that the state Cabinet has decided to undertake a fresh survey of the social and educational status of Backward Classes, known as caste census, as per Section 11(2) of the Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission Act, 1995, given that 10 years have passed since the last survey.
Re-survey should be conducted: Karnataka Minister HK Patil on caste re-enumeration in state
Bengaluru, June 12: Karnataka Minister HK Patil on Thursday said that the state cabinet meeting will discuss and take a final call on caste re-enumeration in the state.
Will discuss it in cabinet meeting today, says Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on caste census
Bengaluru, June 12: Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara on Thursday said that today's cabinet meeting will discuss the caste census re-survey, as several communities have raised concerns about missing or incorrect data.
High Command's fresh caste census order is slap on CM's face: Karnataka LoP R Ashoka
Bengaluru, June 12: Leader of the Opposition in the Karnataka Assembly R Ashoka on Tuesday alleged that the Congress High Command has delivered a "slap in the face" to Chief Minister Siddaramaiah by ordering a fresh caste census, calling it a "victory" for Deputy CM DK Shivakumar and a "defeat" for the CM.
Never seen a PM who lies so much: Mallikarjun Kharge hits out at PM Narendra Modi
Kalaburagi, June 11: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge hit out at Prime Minister Narendra Modi over his completion of 11 years in office. Kharge criticised PM Modi and said he has never seen a PM who tells so many lies.
Not our decision, senior party leaders decided: Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah on re-conducting caste census
Chikkaballapur, June 11: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday said that the decision to reenumerate the caste census data was taken by the party high command and was not the decision of the state government.
K'taka govt to update caste census data; resurvey date to be announced by CM Siddaramaiah soon
Bengaluru, June 10: The Congress-led government in Karnataka has announced its decision to update its caste census report by conducting a resurvey within a stipulated period, the date for which would be announced by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah after a Cabinet discussion.
Caste Census to empower Assam's indigenous Muslims: CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Guwahati, June 5: Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday welcomed the Centre's decision to include caste enumeration in the 2027 national census, calling it a long-overdue step that will significantly benefit the state's indigenous Muslim communities.
CM Nitish hails caste census decision, thanks PM Modi for historic development push in Bihar
Patna, May 30: In a display of political alignment and public appreciation, Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a massive rally in Karakat, Rohtas district, for giving a nod for caste census.
NDA CMs, Dy CMs to discuss governance models; PM-led conclave to pass resolutions on Operation Sindoor and caste enumeration
New Delhi, May 24: In a significant political gathering, around 20 Chief Ministers and 18 Deputy Chief Ministers from NDA-ruled states will meet in the national capital for a day-long brainstorming session on 'Good Governance' on Sunday.
Kharge signals renewed Congress push for caste census
New Delhi, May 23: Signalling a renewed push for a caste census, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday shared with the party's 140 spokespersons a strategy to highlight the party's commitment to the social cause.
30-32 cases against me; these are all the medals: Rahul Gandhi
Patna, May 15: After a case was filed against Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi by the Darbhanga district administration for violating Section 163 of the CrPC, Gandhi referred to the cases as "medals" and said he already has 30-32 cases against him.
Former PM Deve Gowda attacks Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah over caste census
Bengaluru, May 6: Former Prime Minister and Janata Dal (Secular) leader HD Deve Gowda on Tuesday launched an attack on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah over the caste census.
Mallikarjun Kharge writes to PM Modi, suggests to adopt Telangana model among key measures on caste census
New Delhi, May 6: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, reiterating the party's long-standing demand for a caste census and laying out three specific suggestions to be considered in the process.
Cong chief writes to PM Modi, seeks all-party dialogue on caste census issue
New Delhi, May 6: Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to have a dialogue with all political parties soon on the issue of the caste census.
Sadbhavna Yatra held to foster goodwill, unity in the country: Ramesh Chennithala
Parbhani, May 5: Congress incharge for Maharashtra, Ramesh Chennithala on Monday said that to foster goodwill and unity in the country, the Congress has undertaken a Sadbhavna Yatra and similar yatras will be held across the state in the future.
Caste census is not in BJP's DNA: Congress
Patna, May 5: Congress on Monday slammed the BJP government in the Centre over the caste census, saying that a survey based on caste is not in the DNA of the BJP.
Karnataka government begins statewide caste census for Scheduled Castes (SC)
Bengaluru, May 5: The Karnataka government on Monday launched a comprehensive caste census targeting Scheduled Castes (SCs) to gather empirical data on sub-caste demographics. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, addressing a press conference, said the exercise aims to ensure equitable distribution of reservation benefits and uphold social justice.
Govt received report and it is under consideration: H Kantharaju on Karnataka caste census
Bengaluru, May 5: The former chairperson of the Backward Classes Commission, H Kantharaju, on Monday said that the Karnataka government has received the report on the caste census and it is under consideration.
Centre's decision on caste census major step towards OBC welfare: NCBC chief Hansraj Ahir
New Delhi, May 4: National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC) Chairman Hansraj Gangaram Ahir on Sunday welcomed the Centre's decision to conduct a caste-based census, saying the move reflects the government's commitment to ensuring the welfare of backwards and Other Backward Classes (OBC) communities.
Congress' big plans on caste census issue, to hold nationwide rallies
New Delhi, May 4: The Congress party has asked its leaders to aggressively take up the caste census issue during the ‘Samvidhan Bachao (Save the Constitution)’ rallies in the country.
Caste census decision: Lalan Singh criticises RJD; credits PM Modi and Nitish Kumar
Patna, May 3: Union Minister and senior JDU leader Rajiv Ranjan Singh, popularly known as Lalan Singh, on Saturday launched a scathing attack on the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), accusing it of hypocrisy on the issue of caste-based census and prioritising dynastic politics over social justice.
Tejashwi Yadav writes to PM Modi on caste census; urges systemic reforms
Patna, May 3: Bihar Leader of the Opposition (LoP) Tejashwi Yadav has written a detailed letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, welcoming the Centre's decision to conduct a nationwide caste-based census along with the general census. However, in the letter he also sharply criticised the past stance of the NDA and urged the government to use the data for comprehensive social justice reforms.
Modi govt's caste census a monumental step towards Dr Ambedkar's vision: TN BJP
Chennai, May 3: Tamil Nadu BJP spokesperson and senior leader A.N.S. Prasad has hailed the Modi government's decision to include caste enumeration in the forthcoming national census as a historic and monumental step towards realising the vision of Babasaheb Ambedkar, the architect of India's Constitution and a champion of social democracy.
NDA, Grand Alliance spar over 'caste census credit' in Bihar; JD-U leader slams Oppn
Patna, May 3: With the Central government's announcement of a nationwide caste-based census, political tensions have escalated in Bihar with leaders from both the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) and the Grand Alliance vying to claim credit.
Nityanand Rai slams Lalu, Rahul Gandhi over 'caste census credit'
Patna, May 3: The Minister of State for Home Affairs, Nityanand Rai, has launched a scathing attack on Rashtriya Janata Dal Chief Lalu Prasad and Bihar's Leader of the Opposition Tejashwi Yadav, and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, accusing them of playing politics over the caste-based census and misleading the people of the country.
Centre's decision on caste census will pave the way for social justice: Kamal Nath
Bhopal, May 2: Welcoming the Centre's decision to carry out caste enumeration in the forthcoming national census, former Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Kamal Nath on Friday said the decision would "pave the way for social justice" in the country.
CWC urges Centre to follow Telangana model for caste census
Hyderabad, May 2: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has said that the Congress Working Committee (CWC) believes that the caste survey model of Telangana provides an effective and inclusive framework that the government of India must follow to conduct the caste census across the country.
Congress were in power for so long, never conducted such census: Odisha Dy CM Pravati Parida
Balasore, May 2: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Friday attacked the Congress party for trying to take credit for the announcement of a caste census, saying that despite being in power for so long, it never conducted such a census.
Sukanta Majumdar backs caste census, links it to delimitation and welfare
Kolkata, May 2: Union Minister and West Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar on Friday underscored the importance of expediting the caste census, noting that the data collected will significantly aid in implementing policies like delimitation and women's reservation.
Caste Census should benefit the downtrodden, not be politicised: FM Nirmala Sitharaman
Chennai, May 2: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Friday weighed in on the caste census debate, asserting that the focus should remain on uplifting downtrodden communities rather than turning the issue into a political battleground.
Allocate necessary funds for every stage of census: CWC adopts resolution on caste census
New Delhi, May 2: The Congress Working Committee, which met on Friday at the AICC headquarters in the national capital, adopted a resolution urging the centre to implement Article 15(5) of the Constitution "urgently" and allocate the necessary funds for every stage of the census.
Good, if data used for effective policy making, Acharya Prashant calls for using caste census for affirmative action
New Delhi, May 2: Acharya Prashant, spiritual teacher and founder of PrashantAdvait Foundation, said on Friday that data collection is "neither forward nor backwards," adding that the intention behind the caste census matters most.
BJP and RSS neither believe in social justice nor are they committed to it: Siddaramiah
Mandya, May 2 : Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Friday said that neither the BJP and the RSS believe in social justice nor are they committed to it.
Modi govt conceded to Cong's unyielding demand on caste census, says CWC
New Delhi, May 2: The Congress Working Committee (CWC) passed a resolution on Friday, hailing the grand old party’s aggressive and persistent push for the caste census and said that the repeated ‘jitni abaadi, utna haq’ pitch by Rahul Gandhi ‘forced’ Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government to announce caste count on the national level.