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Census 2027: Enumeration Begins in Snow‑Bound Regions of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 02 Sep 2026, 12:47 PM
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The 2027 Census has commenced enumeration in the snow‑bound districts of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, marking the first phase of data collection in these high‑altitude regions.
The Census 2027 has begun in the snow‑bound areas of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh, with enumerators arriving in remote villages to record population data.
Officials say the operation will cover districts such as Kargil, Leh, and Anantnag, where heavy snowfall has historically delayed data collection.
The census team is equipped with specialized gear to navigate the harsh terrain, and the government has allocated additional resources to ensure accurate counts.
This phase is crucial for updating demographic information that informs policy decisions, resource allocation, and development planning across the Union Territories.
Officials say the operation will cover districts such as Kargil, Leh, and Anantnag, where heavy snowfall has historically delayed data collection.
The census team is equipped with specialized gear to navigate the harsh terrain, and the government has allocated additional resources to ensure accurate counts.
This phase is crucial for updating demographic information that informs policy decisions, resource allocation, and development planning across the Union Territories.