Ranchi, May 1: The grand campaign for Census 2027 has officially commenced in Jharkhand. On Friday, Governor Santosh Kumar Gangwar initiated the state’s self-enumeration process at the Lok Bhawan in the capital. He registered his personal and residential information on the portal, ensuring his participation in this nationally significant initiative.
While addressing the officials and media present, the Governor emphasized the power of data. He stated clearly that the progress of any state or nation is determined not by lofty claims but by solid and accurate data.
According to the Governor, the census is not merely a count of individuals; it serves as a comprehensive database reflecting family structures, living standards, economic conditions, and the true nature of society. Governments rely on this data to formulate crucial policies and plans for education, health, and infrastructure in the coming years.
Sharing technical details of the campaign, officials explained that the first phase of Census 2027 will primarily involve ‘housing listing’ and ‘housing count.’ During this phase, individuals will be able to enter their details online using mobile OTPs. This process will take place from May 1 to May 15 in Jharkhand. After this, census enumerators will visit households to verify the data.
The Governor appealed to the public, stating that the census is a collective responsibility. He urged citizens to provide accurate and complete information when census officials visit their homes, rather than being fearful or hesitant. He stressed that providing incorrect information could deprive individuals or their communities of future government benefits, urging everyone to contribute accurate data to this national endeavor.
During the event, several senior officials, including Ranchi’s Deputy Commissioner Manjunath Bhajantri, Municipal Commissioner Sushant Gaurav, and Jharkhand’s Chief Census Officer Prabhat Kumar, were present to provide detailed insights into the entire digital process. The government’s aim this time is to maximize the use of digital methods to minimize errors in data and expedite report preparation.