Telangana launches its first caste-based census since 1931, aiming to cover more than 1.17 crore households.
Telangana launches its first caste-based survey, employing 80,000 enumerators to cover over 1.17 crore households.
caste-based Survey: The Congress-led government in has launched the state’s first-ever caste-based survey. The initiative is a significant milestone for the state, with 80,000 enumerators set to cover over 1.17 crore households across 33 districts.
This marks the first caste-based census since 1931, fulfilling a long-awaited promise and reflecting the aspirations of the Telangana Movement.
Caste Survey: A Historic Step for Telangana
Congress leader Jairam Ramesh hailed the start of the caste-based survey, calling it a “historic, revolutionary moment” for the state.
The caste survey will involve door-to-door data collection over the coming three weeks.
In a post on X, Ramesh explained that the Telangana survey is crucial for the state and lays the groundwork for a national caste census.
Congress Pushes for Nationwide Caste Census
Jairam Ramesh further noted that the caste survey in Telangana forms part of a broader vision.
Jairam Ramesh stated that the census and lifting the 50% reservation ceiling are central to Congress’ vision for India.
Rahul Gandhi’s on Caste Survey in Telangana
Rahul Gandhi, who has been a staunch advocate for a nationwide caste census, also backed the Telangana survey. Gandhi attended a key consultation meeting in Telangana on November 5, which focused on the importance of the caste census.
Rahul Gandhi reaffirmed his support for Telangana’s caste survey, emphasizing its importance for equitable development and a national caste census if Congress forms the next government.
Telangana Caste Survey Details and Implementation
The Telangana caste-based survey, running until November 30, fulfills an election promise made by the Congress government.
Telangana Minister Ponnam Prabhakar, who has been overseeing the survey’s rollout, highlighted its significance in addressing the state’s developmental needs.
“A detailed caste survey will take place in Telangana from November 6 to November 30. We promised this during elections, and now we are fulfilling it,” Prabhakar said during an earlier announcement.
The extensive exercise will involve over 80,000 enumerators working across the state to gather critical data on the socio-economic conditions of various communities.
