Samjawadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Monday demanded a caste census, saying it was necessary for inclusive growth.
“Caste census is not a new demand of the party. This demand has been raised earlier by various parties and the SP. 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' (with all, for the development of all) is only possible when a caste census is done,” Yadav told at the assembly premises.
Attacking Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, Yadav said, “He (CM) has come from another state, he has nothing to do with the state caste census. People can get due credit after the caste census, otherwise the dreams of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar will remain unfulfilled.”
He also described as "unfortunate" the incident in Kapur where a 45-year-old woman and her daughter allegedly burnt themselves during an anti-encroachment drive.