Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is reportedly preparing to accept the long-pending caste census report before stepping down from office
Bengaluru: Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah is reportedly preparing to take a major political and administrative decision by accepting the long-pending Karnataka caste census report ahead of his anticipated resignation from office on May 28.
The move is being viewed as a politically significant step by Siddaramaiah, who is widely recognised for championing welfare policies and social justice initiatives focused on backward classes and marginalised communities across Karnataka.
Sources indicated that the Chief Minister has already initiated discussions with officials connected to the caste census exercise and may formally approve or acknowledge the report before leaving office.
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The development comes amid heightened political speculation surrounding Siddaramaiah’s likely resignation as part of the Congress party’s internal power-sharing arrangement in Karnataka.
Karnataka Caste Census Back in Political Spotlight
The Karnataka caste census report has remained one of the most debated political and social issues in the state over the last nine years.
The survey, officially linked to the Karnataka State Backwards Classes Commission, was conducted to assess the socio-economic and caste-based demographic composition of the state’s population.
Despite repeated political discussions and public debate, the report has remained pending without formal acceptance, leading to criticism from several backwards-class organisations and political groups.
Now, with Siddaramaiah reportedly preparing to step down as Chief Minister, sources claim he is keen to ensure that the caste census issue is addressed during his tenure itself.
“Siddaramaiah wants the caste census decision to be part of his political legacy,” political sources indicated.
The development is being closely watched by various community leaders and political observers across Karnataka.
Backwards Classes Commission Chairman Called to Vidhana Soudha
According to sources, the Chief Minister has reportedly sent communication to the Chairman of the Karnataka State Backwards Classes Commission asking him to visit Vidhana Soudha on Tuesday evening.
The sudden meeting request has intensified speculation that the government may move toward officially accepting the caste census findings even before Siddaramaiah formally resigns from office.
Political circles believe the Chief Minister is attempting to avoid future criticism that his administration failed to take action on the sensitive report despite strongly advocating backward class empowerment throughout his political career.
“There were allegations earlier that the report was not accepted despite being available. Siddaramaiah reportedly does not want such criticism to continue,” sources said.
Siddaramaiah’s Social Justice Politics Gains Attention
Siddaramaiah is widely known in Karnataka politics for projecting himself as a strong advocate of AHINDA politics, representing minorities, backward classes, and Dalit communities.
During his political career, he has introduced several welfare-oriented programmes and is also credited with presenting multiple state budgets during his tenure as Chief Minister.
Supporters often describe him as one of Karnataka’s strongest backwards-class leaders due to his focus on social welfare schemes and inclusive governance policies.
Political analysts believe acceptance of the caste census report before resigning could strengthen Siddaramaiah’s image as a leader committed to social justice and backward class representation.
Resignation Speculation Intensifies in Karnataka
The possible approval of the caste census report comes amid escalating speculation regarding Siddaramaiah’s resignation from the Chief Minister’s post.
Sources within Congress circles continue to indicate that the leadership transition process has reached its final stage after recent meetings between Siddaramaiah and senior Congress high command leaders in New Delhi.
If the caste census report is accepted before his exit, Siddaramaiah could position the decision as one of the defining milestones of his administration.
The political developments are expected to have major implications for Karnataka politics in the coming days.
