Andhra Pradesh cancels pastor’s SC certificate, says he practises Christianity
TNN / May 25, 2026, 01:27 (IST)
Andhra Pradesh has cancelled the Scheduled Caste certificate of pastor Chintada Anand, citing his practice of Christianity, following a Supreme Court ruling. This marks a significant development after the apex court clarified that practicing Christians are ineligible for SC protections. Anand, born into an SC family, vows to contest the arbitrary cancellation, asserting his faith change doesn't alter his birthright.