VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Thursday formally participated in the State’s newly launched self-enumeration census by registering his household details online.
The initiative, part of the House Listing-House Census programme, allows citizens to record information directly through the portal se.census.gov.in (se.census.gov.in in Bing).
AP Census Director J Nivas explained the process to the Chief Minister, noting that the self-enumeration format comprises 33 questions. Citizewns can submit their details online until April 30, after which enumerators will conduct physical house listing from May 1 to 30.
Speaking on the occasion, Naidu said the government is committed to ensuring equitable distribution of welfare and development benefits, and stressed that census data is vital for planning policies at the family-unit level.
He described the exercise as a foundation for future growth, adding that this is the first census in Andhra Pradesh since bifurcation.
The Chief Minister urged people to make full use of the self-enumeration option, stressing that accurate data entry would directly support the State’s development agenda. He explained that the census will be conducted in two phases: the current house listing stage, followed by population enumeration beginning next year.
Naidu called on every citizen to participate actively, stating that the census is not merely an information-gathering exercise but a crucial step toward building a stronger base for welfare and planning. “By registering correct details, people are contributing to the State’s progress. Every individual’s participation is essential,” he said.