The first phase of Census Training for Enumerators and Supervisors for Chiephobozou Sub-division was commenced on 9th June 2026 at DIET conference Hall, Chiechama, Kohima.
Delivering a keynote address, Additional Deputy Commissioner Chiephobozou, Vekusheyi Rhakho and Sub- divisional Census Officer, Chiephobozou said that Census is one of the largest administrative and statistical operations undertaken by the Government, where it would provide vital information on the population, demographic characteristics, literacy, housing amenities and socio-economic conditions of our people. They also informed that the data collected will form the basis for policy formulation, developmental planning and resource allocations by the Government. He appealed the Enumerators and Supervisors to be the backbone of this census exercise. Success and credibility of the exercise will depend on their sincerity, dedication and professionalism, they added.
They directed them that information collected must be accurate, unbiased and complete, and urged upon all to familiarise with the concepts and instructions provided during the training that every household and every individual must be covered without omission and duplication and confidentiality of the information furnished by the public must be maintained at all time. Asserting that supervisors have a very important responsibility of guiding and monitoring the work of the Enumerators and ensure that the highest standard of accuracy and quality is maintained. He reminded that Census work is not merely a routine administrative task, but it is a historic responsibility and a contribution towards nation building. Encouraging the trainees that quality and accurate enumeration, would depend on the sincerity and accountability of the Enumerators and Supervisor, they said they must be accountable and bear responsibility for any omission, negligence or irregularity in the conduct of Census operation. He expressed his confident that with their dedication and cooperation "we would be able to conduct Census 2027 successfully and set the high standard of excellence in our Sub- division".
The inaugural session was chaired by EAC and Census Charge Officer, Chiephobozou Rural, Viketoulie Metha who also delivered a welcome address.
Brief Overview of Training were highlighted by Field trainers, Alemsongla Jamir and Ruthla Sangtam. Concluding remarks by Ane Khieya, EAC Kohima and Census Charge Officer, Botsa. The first Phase training was attended by 23 Trainees from Botsa, 7 from Chiephobozou (Rural) and 13 from Chiephobozou Town.
(Akamla, IA Chiephobozou)
