JAMMU, April 10 -- A first-of-its-kind Census 2027 Summit was organised today by the Directorate of Census Operations, Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh in collaboration with Governance Now, bringing together senior policymakers, domain experts, international organisations and technology leaders to deliberate on key aspects of India's first fully digital Census.
The Summit commenced formal inauguration by the Shri Atal Dullo, IAS, Chief Secretary, J&K. In his presidential address, the Chief Secretary emphasized that Census data forms the backbone of governance and plays a critical role in formulation of policies, targeted delivery of welfare schemes and optimal allocation of resources at all administrative levels.
Delivering the welcome address,...