Andhra Pradesh’s Backward Classes Welfare Minister, Chelluboyina Srinivasa Venugopala Krishna, stated that the ongoing caste census in the state aims to promote equality across all sections of society and foster economic progress. The decision to include all castes in the survey, rather than just Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes, reflects the government’s commitment to the welfare of economically disadvantaged families. The minister emphasized that the survey, initiated by Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, will serve as the foundation for creating a more just and inclusive society. Training programs for survey participants are underway, focusing on transparency in the data collection process.