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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday pledged to conduct a caste census in Telangana if his party comes to power in the state.

According to the Minister, there are about 139 BC castes and the people from these communities are oblivious to their numerical strength.

The issue is linked to education support for “Untouchables” whose families embraced Christianity. For the leader of the Ambedkar Makkal Iyakkam group, extending the programme would be

The state government has decided to go ahead with the BC caste census which will comprehensively enumerate backward classes region-wise, profession-wise and under other parameters such as the socio-economic status in the state

"The most they can do is put us in jail, what else can they do?"

In the run-up to the Lok Sabha elections, western Uttar Pradesh is witnessing a surge in caste-based political movements. Various communities are demanding a fair share in representation and opportunities, setting the stage for a complex and competitive political landscape. Jats, Tyagis, Gurjars,

Unlike Telangana, where caste is not a major factor in elections, Andhra Pradesh has always seen caste playing a key role.

The caste census is not likely to become a major poll issue in Telangana, where assembly elections are scheduled next month.

According to reports, he resigned from the party because he was denied a ticket from the Jangaon Assembly constituency.

According to reports, he resigned from the Congress because he was denied a ticket from the Jangaon Assembly constituency.