PMK President Anbumani Ramadoss has urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin to conduct a caste survey, mirroring recent action by Karnatakaās Chief Minister Siddaramaiah .Speaking in Chennai, Anbumani praised Siddaramaiahās efforts, highlighting the importance of such surveys in promoting social justice and understanding socio-economic and educational status across communities. He emphasized that Tamil Nadu has an even greater need for accurate caste data.
Anbumani warned that Tamil Naduās current 69% reservation policy could be challenged in court if caste-based demographic data remains unavailable. He called on Stalin to act swiftly and publicly announce the survey.
He also criticized the ruling DMK government for being ādisconnected from ground realityā, citing recent concerns over electricity tariff hikes and farmer distress
Anbumaniās demand places pressure on the Tamil Nadu government to address representation and equity issues before legal challenges threaten existing reservation frameworks.