Teachers in Punjab are expressing strong opposition to their assignment of dual duties involving the national Population Census 2027 and the Punjab government’s Drug and Socio-Economic Census. With the region experiencing intense heat, teachers are finding it increasingly difficult to conduct door-to-door surveys. Many educators have stated that they feel overburdened, as they are already engaged in the national Census and now face additional responsibilities from the state government. Initially, participation in the drug Census was voluntary, offering a payment of ₹250 per household, but due to a lack of volunteers, it has become mandatory in certain districts. In Ludhiana, 1,281 teachers were ordered to report for training, leading to protests as they refused to comply with what they term 'double duty.' Teachers argue that the Punjab government is contradicting its own policy of reducing non-academic work, as they are now tasked with extensive questionnaires for the drug Census, which includes 120 questions per household. They demand clarity on their obligations and assert their right to protest against these additional duties.