A minister in Maharashtra govt clarified that the state would not implement the NPR and NRC until parties in the ruling alliance arrive at a consensus.
The MVA govt said that more discussions about the population and citizens’ registers would be held.
The statement came after thousands of people participated in “maha morcha” protests against the NPR and NRC exercises, and CAA.
“Had a discussion with CM Uddhav Thackeray and it was decided that a discussion would be held for the benefit of the citizens”, said NCP leader.
"The CM has already ensured that there will be no discrimination on the basis of religions, caste, and creed", he further added.