The first phase of Census 2027 officially began in Uttarakhand, India, on Friday, with Governor Gurmit Singh and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami registering their details through the digital self-enumeration facility. This initiative allows citizens to enter their information online from April 10 to April 24, 2027, before census workers conduct door-to-door data collection from April 25 to May 24. Governor Singh emphasized that the census is not just a data collection exercise but a vital component for the state's development. The Chief Minister highlighted that accurate census data will enable better policy-making and ensure that government schemes effectively reach the intended beneficiaries. Approximately 30,000 enumerators and supervisors have been deployed across the state to facilitate this process, which includes answering 33 questions related to housing conditions and available amenities. Citizens who self-enumerate will receive a unique SE ID to share with enumerators upon their visit.