Census fieldwork gets under way in Kozhikode amid teething troubles
Census fieldwork has begun in Kozhikode, though the actual data collection is delayed due to logistical issues with kit distribution. Teachers have expressed concerns regarding the strict deadlines and the conflict between census duties and school hours.
Why it matters
The census is a critical national exercise, and logistical or labor-related challenges can impact the accuracy and timeline of demographic data collection.
As everywhere else in the State, the house-to-house data verification phase of the Census began in Kozhikode district on Wednesday (July 1, 2026). However, the actual Census exercise, with enumerators visiting households for data collection, will begin only in the next couple of days.
The article presents both the administrative perspective and the concerns of the teachers involved in the census.
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