Legal Action Initiated Against Noida Census Enumerators for Non-Compliance
Census enumerators face FIR for refusing duties in Noida, Greater Noida
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Authorities in Noida and Greater Noida have filed FIRs against 29 census enumerators who refused to accept their assignments for Census 2027. Despite multiple attempts to contact them, these employees did not comply, prompting disciplinary actions and warnings for others.
- 0129 enumerators in Greater Noida failed to assume their Census 2027 duties despite the deadline.
- 02The Greater Noida Authority has requested FIR registration against these employees under the Census Act, 1948.
- 03Disciplinary actions include the suspension of two regular staff and termination of five contractual employees.
- 04Only 52% of the House Listing Blocks for the census have become operational so far.
- 05The authority warned that non-compliance could lead to further disciplinary measures.
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In Noida and Greater Noida, authorities are taking legal action against 29 census enumerators who allegedly refused to accept their assignments for Census 2027. The Greater Noida Authority has reported that despite multiple communications, including phone calls and WhatsApp messages, these employees did not take charge of their duties, prompting the charge officer to seek FIR registration with the Deputy Commissioner of Police. The authority highlighted that around 3,000 employees were assigned duties, but many showed a lack of interest in this national exercise, leading to slow progress, with only 52% of House Listing Blocks operational. Disciplinary actions have already been initiated against some employees, including suspensions and terminations. The authority has warned that other enumerators who have not yet started their work must comply immediately to avoid further consequences.
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The refusal of enumerators to perform their duties is hindering the progress of the Census 2027, which is crucial for national planning and resource allocation.
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