Prime Minister Narendra Modi has assured citizens that the information provided for the ongoing Census exercise would remain completely secure and confidential, protected by robust digital security.
In his monthly radio address ‘Mann Ki Baat’ on Sunday, the PM urged all citizens to participate in the process and make the Census 2027 a success.
The PM said Census is a very important campaign currently underway in the country and every Indian must be aware of it. He pointed out that the Indian Census exercise is the largest such exercise in the world.
“Friends, the national Census is not just a government task; it is a responsibility for all of us. Your participation is vital. The information you provide remains completely secure and confidential, protected by robust digital security,” he said.
Participation in this Census has also been made easier. “You can now record your information yourself. A self-enumeration facility will be available to you 15 days before the official visit. You can fill in the details at your own convenience,” he said.
Once completed, the applicant will receive a unique ID via mobile or email which can be shown to officials who visit at home to confirm the details.
In States where self-enumeration has been completed, the work of house-listing by Census officials has already begun, the PM said.
House-listing
So far, the house-listing for approximately 12 million (1.2 crore) families has been completed, he added.
Modi also marked the Kalpakkam fast breeder reactor achieving criticality as a “historic milestone” and said Indian nuclear scientists have brought glory to the country.
Published on April 26, 2026