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Manipur left out of Jan 2027 Census schedule, ex‑CM N Biren Singh welcomes decision
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🗓 31 Oct 2026, 08:38 AM
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The Union government has excluded Manipur from the January 2027 Census timetable, a move praised by former chief minister N Biren Singh.
New Delhi announced that the upcoming national census slated for January 2027 will not be conducted in the state of Manipur. The decision, part of the central government's revised schedule, means that data collection activities will be postponed for the northeastern state.
Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh welcomed the move, stating that it would allow the state more time to address administrative and logistical challenges before participating in the census. Singh highlighted the need for accurate preparation to ensure reliable demographic data.
The exclusion has drawn attention from policy analysts who note that the census is a key tool for resource allocation and planning. Officials have not detailed when a revised timetable for Manipur might be released.
The Centre has not indicated whether other states will face similar adjustments, focusing the announcement solely on Manipur's deferment.
Stakeholders in Manipur are expected to engage with central authorities to outline a new schedule that aligns with the state's readiness for the comprehensive enumeration process.
Former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh welcomed the move, stating that it would allow the state more time to address administrative and logistical challenges before participating in the census. Singh highlighted the need for accurate preparation to ensure reliable demographic data.
The exclusion has drawn attention from policy analysts who note that the census is a key tool for resource allocation and planning. Officials have not detailed when a revised timetable for Manipur might be released.
The Centre has not indicated whether other states will face similar adjustments, focusing the announcement solely on Manipur's deferment.
Stakeholders in Manipur are expected to engage with central authorities to outline a new schedule that aligns with the state's readiness for the comprehensive enumeration process.