NAGALAND GOVERNOR APPEALS FOR ACTIVE PARTICIPATION IN CENSUS 2027 SELF-ENUMERATION PROGRAMME
KOHIMA, June 16: The Governor of Nagaland, Nand Kishore Yadav, participated in the Self-Enumeration phase of Census 2027 at Lok Bhavan in Kohima on Tuesday and appealed to the people of the State to actively participate in the historic national exercise.
On the occasion, the Governor said that Nagaland has joined the rest of the country in undertaking Census 2027 under the theme, “My Census, My Development.” He highlighted that, for the first time, citizens can enumerate their households online during the self-enumeration period from June 16 to 30, 2026, marking a significant step towards a more citizen-centric and digitally enabled Census process.
The Governor stated that Census 2027 is being conducted entirely in digital mode, making the exercise more efficient, inclusive, and accessible. He emphasised that, as India progresses towards the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, the Census will provide vital data for development planning and help ensure that government schemes and services reach every section of society.
He said the information collected would support informed policymaking in key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and social welfare.
Acknowledging the dedication and commitment of more than 6,100 Census officials deployed across Nagaland, the Governor urged them to discharge their responsibilities with sincerity, professionalism, and integrity.
Calling for collective participation, he appealed to tribal hohos, community organisations, village councils, colony authorities, and respected elders to extend their full support in ensuring the success of the Census exercise.
“The Census is not merely a count of people; it is a foundation for future planning and development,” the Governor said. He urged every citizen to participate wholeheartedly in the self-enumeration process and cooperate fully with Census officials to ensure that every household and every individual is counted.
Reiterating the Census 2027 theme, the Governor called upon all citizens to contribute towards building a stronger and more developed future through their active participation in the national enumeration exercise. (PRO, Lok Bhavan)
