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Mizoram Aims to Become the First State to Complete Census 2027
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News18•10-10-2026, 17:30
Mizoram Aims to Become the First State to Complete Census 2027
- •Mizoram is ramping up preparations to become the first state in India to complete Census 2027.
- •Chief Secretary Khilli Ram Meena chaired a review conference focusing on the second phase of the census, emphasizing data accuracy for policymaking and Viksit Bharat 2047.
- •All 16 Scheduled Castes and refugees residing in the state will be included in the census, though refugee inclusion does not confer Indian citizenship.
- •Individuals not wishing to share Aadhaar numbers will not be compelled, and those excluded from the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls will still be counted.
- •The Centre has allocated Rs 19.19 crore to Mizoram for conducting the second phase, with training expected to conclude in November.
Key Questions Answered
Mizoram aims to become the first state to complete Census 2027 by stepping up preparations and ensuring the timely completion of the second phase.
Yes, refugees residing in the state will be included in the census, though this inclusion will not confer Indian citizenship upon them.
The Centre has allocated Rs 19.19 crore to Mizoram for conducting the second phase of Census 2027.
