Ashwini Vaishnaw

In a major policy shift, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on April 30, 2025, that the next national Census will include caste-based enumeration. The decision was approved by the Union Cabinet and the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. A Step Towards Social Justice and Better Governance During a press briefing, Vaishnaw stated that caste data is crucial for promoting social equity and ensuring inclusive policymaking. Citing the example of the 10% reservation for Economically Weaker Sections (EWS), he said [...]