Srinagar, April 18 (JKNS): Faz Lul Haseeb, IAS, Commissioner, Srinagar Municipal Corporation (SMC) and Principal Census Officer (Urban) Srinagar, today chaired a high-level review meeting to assess preparedness for the forthcoming Census 2027. The meeting was held at the Municipal Central Office, Karan Nagar, Srinagar.
All district officers participated in the meeting, wherein a comprehensive review of preparedness was undertaken. The discussions primarily focused on strengthening inter-departmental coordination and ensuring timely deployment of employees for Census operations.
During the meeting, the Commissioner highlighted the significance of the Census as a vital national exercise that provides critical demographic data essential for evidence-based policymaking, effective governance, and developmental planning. He urged all concerned departments to extend full cooperation and nominate competent, dedicated, and responsible officials to ensure the smooth and efficient conduct of the enumeration process.
The Census Charge Officers were specifically directed to ensure timely completion of all preparatory activities within their respective jurisdictions, including verification of staff deployment, coordination with line departments, and readiness for subsequent phases of Census operations. (JKNS)