The fissure in Manipur Police along ethnic lines demonstrates the dangers of allowing such identities to infiltrate uniformed forces. ThePrint’s reporting from Manipur shows the divided force has failed to keep the peace. Experts have repeatedly warned of such growing polarisation, and the government must intervene to end the rot.
Delay in census shows Modi govt’s disdain for data. It hurts India’s image abroad too
Constant delays in census highlights this government’s disdain for data. Interrupting the unbroken chain of census collection and release of demographic data that began in 1881 hurts India’s image abroad. Updated data is key to effective policy making, especially at a time when India is doubling down on welfare expenditure.