Caste enumeration to aid inclusion; no politics involved in it, says Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Sunday that caste enumeration is a step towards his government's model to bring the marginalized and those left behind in the mainstream of development.

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Addressing a day-long NDA Chief Ministers' Conclave, organized by the BJP in the national capital, he said the success of Operation Sindoor was also a reaffirmation of the achievements the country has made in its push towards self-reliance.

PM Modi also expressed satisfaction over "extensive deliberations" on various significant issues during the programme.

"Participated in the NDA Chief Ministers' Conclave in Delhi. We had extensive deliberations about various issues. Various states showcased their best practices in diverse areas including water conservation, grievance redressal, strengthening administrative frameworks, education, women empowerment, sports and more. It was wonderful to hear these experiences," the prime minister posted on X.

"I emphasized the need to add momentum to our development trajectories and ensure the benefits of a double-engine government reach the people in an effective manner. Spoke about building stronger synergies in key areas be it cleanliness, sanitation, healthcare, youth empowerment, agriculture, technology and more," he further added.