Context:
The Registrar-General of India (RGI) has announced that the 2027 Census will be India’s first fully digital Census, leveraging mobile technology and self-enumeration portals to ensure faster data availability and improved accuracy.
Key Highlights:
- First Digital Census:
- For the first time, the Census will be conducted using technology to collect and transmit data electronically to the central server, enabling quicker compilation and processing.
- Two-Phase Census:
- The exercise will be conducted in two phases, with the option for residents to self-enumerate in both.
- Self-Enumeration Option:
- Citizens will be able to participate via a dedicated web portal, making the process more participatory and accessible.
- Mobile App Usage:
- Enumerators will use a Mobile App (available on Android & iOS) to collect data in English, Hindi, and regional languages.
