KATHUA, OCTOBER 27: Principal Census Officer (Deputy Commissioner) Kathua Rajesh Sharma today inaugurated a two-day training for Census-2027 Phase-II to equip concerned officers with the requisite knowledge and operational preparedness for the smooth conduct of the exercise.
Addressing the participants, the Deputy Commissioner underscored the significance of Census 2027 as an important national exercise. He stressed the need for accuracy, dedication and accountability in the discharge of assigned duties. He observed that reliable census data serves as a vital foundation for effective planning, policy formulation and evidence-based governance.
The technical sessions were conducted by District Coordinator, Directorate of Census Operations, Jammu and Kashmir Sanjay Sharma. He sensitised the participants to the prescribed operational guidelines, digital applications and field-level procedures to be followed during Phase-II of Census 2027.
The Charge Officers including Tehsildars and Executive Officers of Municipal Committees, except those posted in snow-bound areas, are participating in the training programme. The session would focus on familiarising the officers with the prescribed protocols and ensuring their preparedness for the effective implementation of census-related activities in their respective jurisdictions.
Additional Deputy Commissioner Sachin Jamwal and District Statistics and Evaluation Officer Sidharth Anand also attended the programme. They emphasised the importance of inter-departmental coordination, timely execution of assigned responsibilities and strict adherence to the prescribed guidelines for ensuring the smooth and successful conduct of Phase-II of Census 2027 in the district.
