SAMBA: A two-day training programme for the Population Enumeration (PE) Phase of Census 2027 commenced today at the Meeting Hall of the Deputy Commissioner's Office Complex Samba.

The training programme is being organised for District-level Officers, Sub-Divisional Magistrates, Charge Officers, Census Clerks, Technical Assistants and other concerned officials to strengthen their preparedness for the smooth and effective conduct of the forthcoming Census operations.

The programme was inaugurated by Principal Census Officer (PCO), Dr. Rupesh Kumar, who highlighted the significance of Census 2027 as an important national exercise. He emphasised the need for meticulous planning, effective coordination and utmost accuracy at every stage to ensure reliable and error-free data collection.

The training is being held under the supervision of District Census Officer Jagdish Singh and Additional District Census Officer Rajesh Singh.

Deputy Director Manmeet Singh and district level trainers from the Directorate of Census Operations are imparting comprehensive theoretical and practical training to the participating officers and officials on various aspects of the Population Enumeration phase. The sessions shall cover prescribed operational procedures, the use of digital applications, data collection protocols and field-level responsibilities.

The training programme is aimed at ensuring that all designated officers and officials are fully equipped with the requisite knowledge and skills for the successful and timely conduct of the Population Enumeration phase of Census 2027 in District Samba.

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We at JK Monitor are profoundly saddened by the sudden demise of our Founding Chairman, Dr. Priya Ranjan.IN LOVING MEMORY Dr Priya Ranjan

A brilliant mind who studied at Netarhat Residential School and graduated in Electrical Engineering from IIT Kharagpur before earning his PhD from the University of Maryland, Dr. Ranjan chose to return to India and dedicate his life to teaching, research and social good.

His pioneering work in networked systems, AI, robotics and biomedical applications—especially computer-vision tools for early detection of cancer and heart disease—reflected his deep belief that advanced technology must serve humanity.

For more than 15 years at JK Monitor, he remained a loyal friend, mentor and collaborator, marked by rare humility, intellectual integrity and quiet generosity. His passing leaves a void that cannot be filled. Priya, you will be deeply missed. Your life continues to remind us that knowledge finds its highest purpose in the service of others.

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