Census: Self-enumeration in Delhi from April 1; Phase 2 to cover fertility, migration data

Census 2027 data collection begins soon. Individual information remains confidential under law.

Key takeaways

Quick scan — what you need to know:

• Census 2027 data collection begins soon.
• Individual information remains confidential under law.
• The census will be conducted digitally in two phases.
• Phase one focuses on housing and assets.

Background

What led here, in plain terms:

• Phase two will gather demographic and socio-economic details.
• Caste enumeration is part of the second phase.
• Preparations are underway with instruction manuals and training.
• Census 2027 data collection begins soon.

Why it matters

Why readers and decision-makers should care:

• Phase one focuses on housing and assets.
• Phase two will gather demographic and socio-economic details.
• Caste enumeration is part of the second phase.