Mizoram Governor Completes Self-Enumeration for Digital Census

• Mizoram Governor Vijay Kumar Singh completed his self-enumeration for the census at Lok Bhavan.
• Singh hailed the country’s first digital census as a "landmark initiative" and urged full cooperation.
• He instructed officials to reach remotest corners, ensure hassle-free process, and maintain transparency.
• Governor emphasized strong collaboration with Local/Village Councils for smooth fieldwork.
• The 2027 census is in two stages: Houselisting (April 1) and Population Enumeration (Feb next year).

Key Questions Answered

How will the digital census benefit Mizoram citizens?

The digital census will benefit Mizoram citizens by improving data accuracy for policy decisions and allowing self-enumeration for convenience.

What challenges might the census face in remote areas?

The census app can function offline, making it suitable for rural and remote areas. The census process is being conducted digitally, with a mobile app for data collection.

Will this census improve data accuracy for the state?

Yes, the upcoming digital census is expected to improve data accuracy.