Imphal, March 27: Yumnam Khemchand Singh on March 27 said the state government is making “all-out efforts” to ensure a fair and transparent census process, amid growing public concerns over the upcoming enumeration exercise.
Speaking to reporters on the sidelines of the 15th Convocation Ceremony of Manipur University, the Chief Minister reiterated the administration’s commitment when questioned about a recent gazette notification outlining the census schedule. “The government is trying its level best for a just and fair census,” he said.
The assurance comes at a time when sections of the public have been raising demands for the identification of illegal immigrants, implementation of the National Register of Citizens (NRC), and proper rehabilitation of internally displaced persons ahead of the census. Calls have also been made to ensure accuracy and transparency in the enumeration process.
According to the notification issued by the state government, house listing operations for Census 2027 in Manipur are scheduled to be carried out between September 1 and September 30, 2026. Preparatory activities linked to enumeration will take place from August 17 to August 31, 2026, in line with the timeline set by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
When asked whether the government would be able to address public concerns before the exercise begins, the Chief Minister maintained a brief stance, reiterating that efforts are underway to ensure the process is conducted in a fair and just manner.
