Bihar Caste Survey Controversy: Congress Criticizes Non-Functional Website

The Congress criticized the Bihar government's dysfunctional website for the caste-based survey, alleging neglect by Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh highlighted the issue, linking it to Kumar's political decisions. The party also questioned the delay in the nationwide caste census, emphasizing the need for social justice.

The Congress has accused the Bihar government of neglect after its website for the caste-based survey has been dysfunctional for months. The party's allegations targeted Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's commitment to the INDIA bloc and social justice.

Jairam Ramesh, Congress general secretary, drew attention to the website's inaccessibility, suggesting it reflects a broader abandonment of social initiatives by Kumar.

Further, the Congress has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to expedite the nationwide caste census, underscoring the importance of such data for ensuring equitable social, economic, and political opportunities.

(With inputs from agencies.)