DC Kishtwar Reviews Preparations for Phase-II of Census 2027
📍 Kishtwar | 📅 6 August 2026
"Population Enumeration is a crucial phase of the Census — 100% accurate, complete, and error-free enumeration is required, with zero omission and zero duplication."
Meeting Chaired to Review Census 2027 Phase-II
Discover 2 key dates for Self-Enumeration and Population Enumeration to ensure 100% accuracy. Deputy Commissioner Kishtwar, Sh. Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS), who is also the Principal Census Officer Kishtwar, today chaired a meeting of the District Coordination Committee, Charge Officers, and Sub-Divisional Census Officers to review and finalise preparations for the Population Enumeration (Phase-II) of Census 2027.
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During the meeting, the Deputy Commissioner appreciated the successful completion of the House Listing Operation (HLO) and emphasised that Population Enumeration is a crucial phase of the Census. He directed all Charge Officers to ensure 100% accurate, complete, and error-free enumeration, with zero omission and zero duplication of households or individuals.
- Self Enumeration: 17 August – 31 August 2026
- Population Enumeration: 1 September – 30 September 2026
House Listing Block Rationalisation & Portal Updates
The Deputy Commissioner reviewed the rationalisation of House Listing Blocks (HLBs), wherein only those HLBs having a population exceeding the prescribed norm will be reorganised as per Census guidelines. He directed the Charge Officers to complete the exercise within the stipulated timeline and submit the final manpower requirement.
The Deputy Commissioner/Principal Census Officer directed all Charge Officers to immediately update the details of Enumerators and Supervisors on the Population Enumeration Portal. He further stressed timely updating of maps, HLB boundaries, and other portal-related activities to ensure seamless field operations.
Training, Self Enumeration & Public Assistance
The meeting also finalised the training schedule for District Coordination Committee members, Charge Officers, Sub-Divisional Census Officers, Charge Clerks, Field Trainers, Enumerators, and Supervisors.
The Deputy Commissioner instructed all officers to ensure wide publicity of Self Enumeration, facilitate citizens requiring assistance, and promptly resolve any technical or operational issues. He also emphasised strict adherence to Government financial rules and Census guidelines while incurring expenditure under the Census programme.
Special Emphasis on Vulnerable & Special Population Groups
Special emphasis was laid on the enumeration of vulnerable and special population groups so that no eligible person is left out:
- Institutional households
- Migrant labourers
- Homeless persons
- Residents of remote and inaccessible areas
The meeting concluded with a call to all Charge Officers and Census functionaries to work in close coordination and ensure the successful, timely, and smooth conduct of Population Enumeration (Phase-II) of Census 2027 in District Kishtwar.
Officials Present at the Meeting
| Officer | Designation |
|---|---|
| Sh. Pankaj Kumar Sharma (JKAS) | DC & Principal Census Officer, Kishtwar (Chair) |
| Sh. Pawan Kotwal (JKAS) | ADC Kishtwar (DCO) |
| Sh. Rishi Kumar Sharma | PO ICDS Kishtwar |
| Sh. Akhil Thakur | CPO Kishtwar |
| Sh. Suresh Sharma | DSEO Kishtwar (ADCO) |
| All SDMs | Sub-Divisional Magistrates, Kishtwar |
| Sh. Mirza Mumtaz Iqbal | CEO Municipal Council Kishtwar |
| All Tehsildars | Charge Census Officers |
| Sh. Faizal Khan | DIO NIC Kishtwar |
Also attended by other officers and concerned staff.