The Congress government’s comprehensive family survey has raised widespread concern, especially among rural communities. With a detailed questionnaire of 75 questions, including 56 primary questions, the public worry about the potential future implications of sharing such extensive information.
The survey is set to collect in-depth social, financial, and personal details from each family, sparking debate across rural areas about how this data might be used. Many fear that the survey results could serve as a benchmark for determining eligibility for government schemes.
In Rangareddy district alone, preparations are underway to survey approximately 6.57 lakh families, with 5,344 enumerators assigned to cover designated areas. Each enumerator has been allotted about 175 households and will collect information directly from the head of each family.
Survey operations are scheduled to begin at 1 PM with Aadhaar cards expected to play a key role in the data collection process. As Aadhaar is connected to various aspects of identification—from land acquisition and bank transactions to property and passport verification—many worry about the implications of sharing these details.
This has led to a flurry of discussions and apprehensions among residents. With the survey set to begin shortly, people are uncertain whether participation will ultimately benefit or disadvantage them. For now, unanswered questions about the survey’s purpose and impact linger, and people remain cautious as the process moves forward.