Telangana Launches Self-Enumeration for India's First Digital Census
Self-enumeration begins in Telangana: From Hyderabad households to rural districts, here's how to do it online easily
The Economic Times
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The self-enumeration phase for Census 2027 has commenced in Telangana, India, marking the country's first fully digital census. Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and other leaders have urged residents to participate and provide accurate information, which is vital for future planning in various sectors.
- 01Census 2027 is India's first fully digital census.
- 02Self-enumeration phase runs from April 26 to May 10, 2026.
- 03Participants can complete the process online in multiple languages.
- 04Accurate data collection is crucial for Telangana's future planning.
- 05A unique Self-Enumeration ID will be issued upon completion.
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The self-enumeration phase for Census 2027 officially began in Telangana on April 26, 2026, with Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla inaugurating the process. This marks India's first fully digital census, and leaders including Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and Union Minister G Kishan Reddy participated by completing their own self-enumeration online. They emphasized the importance of accurate information for planning and governance. The self-enumeration phase will last until May 10, 2026, allowing households to fill out their details online, which is expected to take about 15–20 minutes. Participants will receive a unique 11-digit Self-Enumeration ID for future reference. This census is particularly significant as it is the first since the formation of Telangana, influencing future policies in education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
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The accurate data collected through self-enumeration will directly influence the planning and implementation of development programs in Telangana, affecting sectors like education, healthcare, and infrastructure.
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