The Delhi government has issued a comprehensive notification on April 6, 2023, outlining the legal provisions and public responsibilities under the Census Act, 1948, in preparation for the upcoming Census 2027. The notification emphasizes the necessity for residents to fully cooperate during the data collection process, which includes a self-enumeration exercise currently taking place in the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) and Delhi Cantonment Board areas until April 15, followed by the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) areas from May 1 to 15. The house-listing operation (HLO) phase will commence on April 16 and continue until May 15. The notification highlights the significance of census data for governance, planning, and welfare measures, and outlines the powers of census officials to access residences for enumeration. It also specifies that individuals cannot be compelled to disclose certain personal information, such as the names of female family members. Violations, including refusing to answer questions or obstructing officials, may result in fines or legal consequences. Importantly, the notification assures residents that all information collected will be kept confidential and used only for statistical purposes.