SHILLONG, MAY 1: Meghalaya Governor CH Vijayashankar on Friday launched the state campaign for self-enumeration in Meghalaya under Census of India 2027 at Lok Bhavan, marking the state’s move toward India’s first fully digital Census.
Vijayashankar also launched the initiative by completing the self-enumeration process on the Self-Enumeration Portal, setting an example for citizens across the state.
Addressing the gathering, the Governor highlighted the convenience, transparency, and efficiency of the digital self-enumeration process and urged citizens to actively participate in the initiative.
He also extended his best wishes to the Office of the Directorate of Census Operations, Meghalaya, expressing confidence in their ability to conduct the Census exercise with accuracy, professionalism and timeliness.
The self-enumeration facility will be available to citizens from May 1 to May 15, 2026.
The online platform allows individuals to fill in household details, which will later be verified by enumerators during house-to-house visits.
Officials present said the initiative is a key component of Census 2027 and reflects the Government’s commitment to using technology for improved governance and evidence-based policymaking.
Citizens have been encouraged to complete self-enumeration within the stipulated timeline to ensure comprehensive and reliable data collection.
Dr Pooja Pandey, Commissioner & Secretary to the Government of Meghalaya and State Nodal Officer for Census; Biswajit Pegu, Director of Census Operations, Government of India; along with senior officials of the Directorate of Census Operations, Meghalaya, and the State Government were present during the launch.
