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Understanding India's 2027 census process
India's next census in 2027 is getting a major tech upgrade—it'll be fully digital, letting people fill out their own info through a mobile app. Along with beefed-up data security, this census will also bring back caste details for the first time since 1931.
Faster results and fewer errors
Going digital should mean faster results and fewer errors, with final numbers expected by December 2027. This gives policymakers up-to-date info to plan things like roads, schools, and healthcare—so decisions that affect your daily life could get smarter and more timely. It's a big step in making government work better through technology.