Acting on the recent directives by the Allahabad High Court asking Uttar Pradesh to regulate caste glorification, the State on Sunday (September 22, 2025) issued a notification prohibiting caste-based political rallies, mention of the casts of accused persons in police stations and reference to caste on vehicles, signboards etc.
Ordering a prohibition on caste-based rallies, officiating Chief Secretary (CS) Deepak Kumar said they are organised for political purposes and promote caste conflict in society, which is contrary to “public order” and “national unity.”
“Such rallies will be completely banned in the state of Uttar Pradesh,” said a notification issued by Mr Kumar.
In the notification, the Chief Secretary said the policy of the state government is to have an inclusive system with constitutional values and in an order to achieve the same, it is essential to eliminate caste-based discrimination prevalent in society.
Issued to all Secretaries, District Magistrates, and Police Chiefs, Mr Kumar added that officials must ensure strict monitoring of social media messages that glorify or condemn any caste.
