Census Work Begins in Rajasthan: A Crucial Step Towards a New Development Framework
Gopendra Nath Bhatt
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Speaker of the Legislative Assembly Vasudev Devnani also participated in the self-enumeration process from their respective official residences, encouraging citizens to follow suit. They filled in their details on the official portal se.census.gov.in and submitted the forms online. Chief Secretary V. Srinivas also completed the digital self-enumeration at the state secretariat.
On this occasion, the Governor, Chief Minister, Speaker, and Chief Secretary appealed to the citizens of Rajasthan to actively participate in this important national exercise and provide accurate and complete information through self-enumeration. They emphasized that the government’s census web portal has been designed to be simple and user-friendly, enabling citizens to easily submit their details.
They also urged youth and social organizations to assist others in using the digital platform so that no one is left out. They described participation in Census 2027 as a contribution to national development and requested citizens to welcome census workers, provide accurate information, and use the helpline in case of any doubts.
Significantly, Census 2027 will be India’s first fully digital census, where data collection will be carried out through digital tools. Additionally, citizens have been provided the facility of self-enumeration through a secure web-based system.
Rajasthan Census Director Vishnu Charan Malik stated that before the door-to-door survey begins, citizens can use the self-enumeration facility on the web portal from May 1 to May 15, 2026. During this period, individuals can log in to https://se.census.gov.in using their mobile number or laptop and digitally submit details about themselves and their families.
Census in India is a systematic and periodic process that provides a comprehensive picture of the country’s population, social structure, and economic conditions. It is conducted every 10 years and is therefore called a “decadal census.” This tradition has been followed regularly since 1881, when the first nationwide census was conducted.
The last census in India was conducted in 2011, which is considered the 15th Census. According to its data, the population was recorded at approximately 1.21 billion. The 2021 Census was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Now, under a phased approach, the census process has been restarted and is being overseen by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India. Preliminary preparations and self-enumeration have begun in 2026–27 in Rajasthan and other states, marking a major step toward a more digital and modern census system.
The census is conducted in two main phases:
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House Listing (Houselisting Phase)
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Population Enumeration Phase
The current schedule indicates that preparatory work and data collection will continue from 2026 and are expected to be completed by 2027, though final timelines will be confirmed through official notifications.
Thus, the census is one of the most important national processes conducted every 10 years. After being delayed from 2021 due to the pandemic, it is now being resumed after 16 years in a modern digital format, likely to be completed by 2027.
Census data forms the foundation for development planning, resource allocation, and policy-making. It plays a decisive role in shaping both state and national development strategies.
In Rajasthan, extensive preparations have been made at the administrative level, including deployment and training of enumerators and arrangements for digital tools. This time, advanced technology such as mobile apps and online data entry is being widely used to improve transparency, accuracy, and efficiency.
During the census, individuals will be asked questions related to family details, education, employment, income, housing, and social conditions. These data points will help the government identify areas requiring development priority. For example, regions with lower educational levels may receive additional schools and learning resources.
In a diverse state like Rajasthan, which includes both desert regions and tribal-dominated areas, the importance of census data is even greater. It will help highlight regional disparities and support balanced development.
Census data is also important for political processes such as delimitation of constituencies, ensuring fair representation in democracy. It is also used for the implementation of welfare schemes such as ration distribution, healthcare, and housing programs.
Although census is a large and complex exercise, active participation from citizens is essential. People are encouraged to provide accurate information to ensure reliable data collection, as incorrect information can affect planning and implementation of government schemes.
Overall, the commencement of census work in Rajasthan is a positive step towards a new direction of development. It will not only reflect the current socio-economic situation but also lay the foundation for future planning. With transparency, honesty, and active public participation, this exercise will play a significant role in taking Rajasthan towards new heights of progress.
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