Jaipur: Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma on Friday participated in the self-enumeration process under Census 2027, submitting his details on the official portal se.census.gov.in as the first phase of the exercise commenced.
After completing the process, Sharma appealed to citizens to actively participate. He stated, "Census is a vital exercise for nation-building. I urge everyone to take part in self-enumeration and ensure accurate information for better planning and governance."
Self-Enumeration Drive Details
The self-enumeration drive, which is part of the house listing and housing census phase, will be conducted from May 1 to May 15. This initiative allows citizens to digitally submit their household and demographic details before the physical verification phase begins.
Digital India Initiative
Highlighting the shift towards technology, Sharma remarked, "This is an important step towards Digital India. Self-enumeration will make the process more transparent, accurate, and convenient for people."
Portal Features and Verification Phase
Officials stated that the portal is available in 16 languages and can be accessed using mobile number-based OTP verification. After submitting details, users will receive a self-enumeration ID to be used during the verification phase from May 16 to June 14.
Awareness Campaign
The state government has launched an extensive awareness campaign to encourage participation. An official noted, "We are using print, electronic, and social media to reach people and ensure maximum participation in this exercise."
Deployment and Management
Over 1.74 lakh personnel have been deployed for the census exercise across Rajasthan. It will be managed through 759 charge offices, supported by 98 master trainers and more than 2,500 field trainers.
Officials emphasized that the initiative aims to improve data accuracy, enhance public participation, and simplify administrative processes.
