The debate over a caste census in India has intensified, with the opposition INDIA bloc, led by the Congress and supported by leaders like Lalu Prasad Yadav, demanding its implementation to highlight the plight of marginalized communities. Lalu Prasad Yadav has strongly criticized the BJP-led NDA government, vowing to pressure them into conducting the census. The RSS has cautiously supported the caste census, emphasizing that it should be used for the welfare of underprivileged communities, not for political gains. The RSS's stance reflects a broader concern within Hindu society about the sensitive nature of caste relations and their impact on national unity. Meanwhile, BJP leaders and allies have accused opposition figures of politicizing the caste issue for electoral benefits. The ongoing discussions underscore the complex political and social dynamics surrounding caste-based data collection in India.