CM receives BC panel’s caste survey report
Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah received a caste survey report from the State Backward Classes Commission, reigniting political tensions in the state. The report's findings have been contested by influential communities, particularly the Vokkaligas and Lingayats, who demand a new survey. The political landscape remains uncertain as speculation grows regarding potential leadership changes within the ruling Congress party.
- ▪The caste survey report was handed over to Chief Secretary Shalini Rajneesh in the presence of CM Siddaramaiah.
- ▪Vokkaliga leaders are calling for a new survey, claiming the previous one is incomplete and flawed.
- ▪The findings of the original survey have raised concerns about political representation and reservation policies.
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CM receives BC panel’s caste survey reportKarnataka CM Siddaramaiah received a caste survey report, reviving political tensions. Vokkaliga leaders demand a new survey amid leadership speculation in Congress.Published on: May 28, 2026 7:04 AM ISTBy Arun DevShare viaCopy link BENGALURU Chief minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday received the “Social and Educational Survey Report” prepared by the State Backward Classes Commission at Vidhana Soudha, bringing back into focus a decade-old caste enumeration exercise that continues to shape political tensions in Karnataka.CM receives BC panel’s caste survey reportThe report was handed over to chief secretary Shalini Rajneesh in Siddaramaiah’s presence by commission chairman Madhusudan R Naik at a time when political uncertainty has gripped the…
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