Citizens take to streets demanding “No NRC, No Census”

Across various streets, demonstrators gathered and repeatedly shouted the slogan “No NRC, No Census”. The chant resonated loudly, drawing attention to public unease about the government's plans for a National Register of Citizens and the forthcoming population census.

Organisers of the rally framed the demand as a call for transparency and protection of citizens’ rights, arguing that the NRC and census processes could have far‑reaching implications for identity verification and resource allocation.

While the protest did not feature any official statements from authorities, the visible presence of the crowd underscored a growing sentiment of resistance among sections of the population toward these initiatives.

The demonstration continued for several hours, with participants urging policymakers to reconsider or halt the proposed measures until broader consensus is achieved.

Observers noted that the chant reflects a broader national debate, as similar concerns have been voiced in other parts of the country.