HYDERABAD: In view of the upcoming Census to be conducted in the digital mode, Chief Secretary K Ramakrishna Rao has instructed officials to ensure that no slum, habitation or remote settlement is left uncovered and that there are no gaps in the enumeration process. He has also stressed the need for providing quality training for the staff to ensure the successful conduct of the exercise. On Monday, the chief secretary chaired a State Level Census Coordination Committee (SLCCC) meeting at the Secretariat during which detailed administrative, logistical and operational arrangements were reviewed to ensure the smooth and timely conduct of the Census. Emphasising the importance of meticulous preparation,the chief secretary called for strong inter-departmental coordination and timely decision-making for the successful execution of the census. Director of Census Bharati Holikeri informed the committee that Census 2027 marks a transformational milestone, as the entire exercise will be conducted digitally.

Source: Indian Express February 17, 2026 09:07 UTC