Bengaluru: Even before the caste census begins in the state, objections regarding caste classification have emerged. In this context, BJP leaders have decided to oppose the state government. Two key meetings are being held at a private hotel in Bengaluru to strategize and take decisions on this matter.

Former Chief Minister and senior BJP leader B.S. Yediyurappa is leading a meeting of Lingayat leaders, while V. Sunil Kumar is heading a meeting of OBC leaders, in response to the inclusion of certain Hindu castes within Christian communities in the government’s caste survey.

Objections to the Caste Census -

The BJP has strongly objected to the inclusion of Christians and certain Hindu sub-castes in the caste census. Scheduled to take place in Karnataka from September 22 to October 7, the caste census forms part of the state’s educational and social survey. BJP-supported OBC leaders have expressed strong opposition, arguing that the inclusion of Hindu sub-castes with Christian communities undermines the Hindu identity. BJP leaders are holding discussions to plan their course of action and oppose the government’s decision.The Book You Wish Your Parents Had Read (and Your Children Will Be Glad That You Did) : THE #1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER Paperback – 14 January 2021

Key Leadership Meetings -

Yediyurappa-led Lingayat Leaders’ Meeting : Former CM B.S. Yediyurappa chaired the meeting, which saw participation from leaders like Jagadish Shettar, Basavaraj Bommai, and V. Somanna. The discussion also focused on influential social messaging and the BJP’s stance on the caste survey. Also Read: Heavy Police Deployment During Raichur Ganesha Procession, Over 1,000 Police Deployed for Monitoring...!!

Sunil Kumar-led OBC Leaders’ Meeting : Led by V. Sunil Kumar, this meeting included leaders such as MP Yadaveer and Ravikumar. According to BJP leaders, the state government is accused of using the caste census to “undermine Hindu religion.” Also Read: Vishwanath Slams CM Siddaramaiah Over Kuruba Community Reservation Issue, Alleges Political Exploitation..!

Following the meetings, BJP leaders held a press conference condemning the government’s caste census decision. Once again, the Siddaramaiah-led Congress government in Karnataka faces accusations of taking a stance against the Hindu community.