The Peren District Economics and Statistics Department conducted a district- and block-level training and sensitization programme on the Registration of Birth and Death Act and the online Civil Registration System (CRS), at the Rehangki Conference Hall, Jalukie Town on 3rd November 2026. The session was held for CRS functionaries, including Registrars of Births and Deaths, Village Council Chairmen (VCCs), and Anganwadi workers, covering the Jalukie and Peren Rural Development (R.D) Blocks. The same training for Athibung and Tening R.D Blocks will be held on 4th and 7th November 2026 respectively.

Deputy Director, Directorate of Economics & Statistics Nagaland, David Khutso provided an overview of the Civil Registration System (CRS). He stated that the training aimed to impart practical skills for registering births and deaths through the online CRS portal, covering data entry procedures, verification, approval, and the subsequent issuance of certificates. Additionally, the program focused on the importance of the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, clarifying the specific roles and responsibilities of the functionaries, and ensuring they know how to correctly fill out the official registration forms and manage the overall process.

Khutso also noted that many user complaints have been received regarding difficulties in accessing and operating the online Civil Registration System (CRS) due to poor or unstable internet connectivity. He stated that the training was specifically designed to address these grievances, challenges, and operational bottlenecks faced during the registration process. Furthermore, the Deputy Director urged and encouraged the officials to demonstrate dedication to their duties by prioritizing and fulfilling their responsibilities effectively. Finally, he cautioned the officials against manipulating data and strictly advised them never to share their system credentials or registration login details, unless it is for official purpose.

Senior Inspector, District Economics & Statistics Officer, Pere, Kedalak Nring delivered the welcome address. In the technical session, ESO, Directorate of Economics & Statistics Nagaland, Kohima, Chonbeni Oren Patton, and Khozani Ovung also presented on the Birth and Deaths Registration Act and online Civil Registration system.

(DPRO Peren)