Census 2027: Master Trainers' Training Programme
I deem it an honour
and privilege to be part of Census 2027 as one of the Master
Trainers, along with Dr. S. Kiran and Sri P. Jayachandra, who
also happen to be my close friends. The training programme was conducted at APHRDI,
Mangalagiri, from 11th March to 14th March 2026.
All three of us boarded
the Dharmavaram–Machilipatnam Train on 10th March 2026 and
reached APHRDI at 6:30 a.m. the following morning. The accommodation arranged
for us was very comfortable and well maintained.
The training programme
commenced with a keynote address by Sri J. Nivas, IAS, Director of
Census Operations and Citizen Registrations. After the inaugural session, the
regular training sessions began. All participants were divided into two
teams. We belonged to Team–2, identified by blue tags, and
our National Trainers were Sri Srikanth and Sri Srinivas. Both trainers
deserve special appreciation for their clarity, dedication, and effective
training methods.
During the programme, we
received comprehensive inputs on several important aspects of Census 2027,
including:
- The unique features of Census 2027,
particularly its digital mode of operation
- The historical perspective and
evolution of the Census
- The training hierarchy for
conducting the Census
- The major phases of Census
operations, such as House Listing and Population Enumeration
- Key concepts used in Census 2027,
including:
- House Listing Block
- Building
- Census House
- Household
- Normal and Institutional Households
- Guidelines for preparing layout maps
- Procedures for accurately filling the
House Listing and Housing Census Schedule
- Installation and operation of the HLO
Training App
- Etiquette and conduct expected from
enumerators during field work
On the final day of the
training, we were taken for a field visit to gain hands-on experience as
enumerators. This practical exposure was both fascinating and empathetic,
helping us better understand the real-world challenges and responsibilities
involved in census work.
The programme concluded
with a Valedictory Session, during which participation certificates
were distributed to all trainees. I would like to specially appreciate the
efforts of the APHRDI and Census Department teams for their excellent
coordination and commitment in making the programme a grand success.
The hospitality extended
by the organisers was exceptional. A wide variety of dishes were thoughtfully
served during breakfast, lunch, and dinner, reflecting the warmth and care of
the hosts.
Overall, the training
programme proved to be highly informative, professionally enriching, and
personally memorable.
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