LUCKNOW, May 7 -- Chief minister Yogi Adityanath formally launched the first phase of Census 2027 in Uttar Pradesh on Thursday.

At a programme held at his official residence, the chief minister launched the house-listing and housing census exercise with the motto: "Hamari Janganana, Hamara Vikas".

"Census is not merely a count of population, but a strong foundation for holistic, inclusive and well-planned development," Adityanath said.

He said the present era is driven by data-based decisions, and accurate data obtained from the census plays an important role in the effective implementation of infrastructure, education, healthcare, social security and various public welfare schemes.

"Census is a medium to ensure that the last person i...