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Karnataka Extends Caste Survey Deadline to Oct 12 Statewide, Oct 24 in Bengaluru

The state attributed the extension to slow coverage, technical glitches, local resistance.

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The survey, being carried out by the State Commission for Backward Classes, has so far covered about 10.9 million households, or nearly 80%of the state’s population. (PTI)
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Overview

  • An official order extends teachers’ deputation for enumeration and revises government and aided school timings to 8 a.m.–1 p.m., with survey work after hours.
  • Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced holidays for government and aided schools through October 18 to free teachers for pending enumeration tasks.
  • The Karnataka State Commission for Backward Classes reports roughly 1.10 crore of 1.43 crore target households surveyed, about 80% coverage, with Bengaluru starting later and still lagging.
  • Progress varies by district, with Koppal near 97% completion and coastal districts such as Udupi and Dakshina Kannada around 60%, reflecting connectivity issues, app glitches and UHID confusion.
  • The High Court has directed that participation remain voluntary and data be kept confidential, while BJP leaders have urged non-cooperation, questioning the survey’s intent.