Census offices to monitor online narratives, counter false information
The Registrar-General and Census Commissioner of India (RG&CCI) has directed State Census Directorates to "monitor social media narratives round the clock" to identify and counter propaganda and false narratives against the ongoing Census exercise. The first phase, House Listing and Housing Operations (HLO), began on April 1 in eight States and UTs, with a self-enumeration portal launched earlier. The RG&CCI emphasized the need for adequate publicity to raise awareness and reassure the public about the confidentiality of information collected, fostering trust. The second phase, Population Enumeration, including caste enumeration, is set to conclude by February 28, 2027.
Key Points
- RG&CCI has instructed State Census Directorates to actively monitor and counter false narratives on social media regarding the Census.
- The first phase, House Listing and Housing Operations (HLO), commenced on April 1 in eight States and UTs.
- A self-enumeration portal has been launched, followed by door-to-door verification by enumerators.
- Publicity campaigns are crucial to inform citizens about the Census process and assure them of data confidentiality.
- The second phase, Population Enumeration, which includes caste data, is scheduled to conclude by February 28, 2027.
Exam Facts
- First phase of Census 2027: House Listing and Housing Operations (HLO), started April 1.
- Second phase: Population Enumeration, to conclude by February 28, 2027 (except Ladakh, J&K, Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand).
- Last Census held: 2011.
- RG&CCI: Mritunjay Kumar Narayan.
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