Punjab caste census: All eyes on AAP’s survey as conversion row grips state
Indian Express·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Punjab's AAP government conducts a comprehensive caste and socio-economic census amid ongoing religious conversion controversy. The survey aims to assess the demographic status of Scheduled Castes, who comprise 32 percent of Punjab's population—the highest nationally. Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann stated the census will inform targeted welfare delivery. Union Home Minister Amit Shah called for strict anti-conversion measures during his visit.
Key Entities
PunjabAam Aadmi Party (AAP)Bhagwant MannAmit ShahScheduled Castesreligious conversioncaste census