Share your story and shine at JK Monitor!š Welcome to JK Monitor, where every story matters and every achievement is celebrated! We invite you to share the remarkable journey of your life and showcase your accomplishments to the world. Join our exclusive interviews that honor exceptional individuals just like you. KISHTWAR: The District Administration Kishtwar (Principal Census Office) under the supervision of the Deputy Commissioner (Principal Census Officer) Pankaj Kumar Sharma and in collaboration with the Directorate of Census Operations (DCO) J&K, on Thursday successfully concluded the comprehensive three-day Phase-I training programme for field functionaries of the district.
The last training session was presided over by the ADC Pawan Kotwal. The training programme conducted from April 28 to April 30, 2026, aimed to equip field functionaries with the necessary skills and knowledge for the effective execution of duties related to Census 2027. A total of 12 field trainers participated in the programme and underwent intensive training during the three-day schedule.
The sessions were imparted to the participants by Balbir Singh, Assistant Director from the Directorate of Census Operations, J&K, along with Ramesh Kumar, Lecturer/Master Trainer and other resource persons. The participants were acquainted with key aspects of census methodology, data collection techniques, use of digital tools and field-level coordination mechanisms to ensure accurate and efficient enumeration.
The first phase of the Census, focusing on the House Listing and Housing Census (HLO), is scheduled from 01.06.2026 to 30.06.2026, would involve door-to-door data collection on housing conditions and socio-economic indicators across all households.
The second phase, Population Enumeration, is scheduled to be conducted in September 2026 in snow-bound areas of J&K UT, while in non-snow-bound areas it will be conducted in February 2027. Speaking on the occasion, ADC Pawan Kotwal emphasized the critical role of field functionaries in the forthcoming Census 2027.
He urged the trainees to carry out their duties with utmost dedication, sincerity and a sense of responsibility. He further stressed the importance of adopting modern digital tools and maintaining transparency and precision during the enumeration process.
The training programme concluded with an interactive session, where participants actively engaged with the trainers and sought clarifications on various operational aspects. DSEO Kishtwar Suresh Sharma (ADCO) besides, Field Trainers besides other concerned were present on the occasion.
