Census 2027 Launches: Mukesh Repswal Urges Citizens to Participate

The Census 2027 process has officially started, with Deputy Commissioner Mukesh Repswal announcing its two-phase structure. The first phase focuses on house listing and housing details, while the second will involve a population count. Repswal emphasized the importance of citizen participation and the use of modern technology for self-enumeration. Residents are encouraged to provide accurate information to aid in national development planning. This initiative aims to streamline the census process and ensure data security and confidentiality.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 1, 2026, 19:29 IST

Census 2027 Begins: Key Details from Mukesh Repswal

Mukesh Repswal, Deputy Commissioner and District Census Officer, emphasized the importance of the Census as a cornerstone for national development during a press briefing at Bachat Bhawan.

He announced that the Census 2027 initiative officially started on June 1 and will unfold in two distinct phases.

The initial phase will kick off on June 16, focusing on house listing and housing details. Enumerators will engage with residents, posing 33 questions related to housing conditions, access to drinking water, sanitation facilities, electricity, cooking fuel, internet connectivity, and other essential services.

Repswal pointed out that advanced digital technology is being utilized for Census 2027, allowing for self-enumeration. From June 1 to June 15, individuals can access the official census website (se.census.gov.in) using their mobile numbers to complete the 33 multiple-choice questions. After finishing, participants will receive a unique ID, which will also be sent via SMS.

Those who opt for self-enumeration must present this unique ID to enumerators during the house listing and housing census. Repswal reassured that all data shared will be secure, confidential, and safeguarded under established privacy regulations.

The second phase will involve enumerators conducting the actual population count. He stressed that the data collected is crucial for development planning, enabling the government to formulate welfare schemes, policies, and programs effectively.

The Deputy Commissioner urged all district residents to actively participate in this vital national endeavor by providing accurate and comprehensive information to enumerators. He also encouraged citizens to take full advantage of the self-enumeration option to streamline the census process, making it more efficient and effective.