The Government of India has officially kick-started the process for Census 2027 by issuing a formal notification, marking the commencement of preparations for the country’s first population count in over 16 years. The previous census was conducted in 2011, with the 2021 edition delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The new notification lays out administrative boundaries as of July 1, 2023, which will serve as the base for enumeration. The 2027 census will include a detailed population count and house listing, reflecting changes in demographics, migration patterns, and development indicators over the last decade. This marks a significant step in planning and policy formulation for the coming years.