The Centre has informed Parliament that the first phase of Census 2027 has been completed in Haryana. It also shared updates on national high-speed corridor and expressway projects across the state.
Centre Confirms Completion of First Phase of Census 2027 in Haryana
The first phase of Census 2027 in Haryana has been completed, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) informed Parliament on Thursday during the Monsoon Session.
The update was provided in response to queries raised by Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Bhatia, who sought details on the progress of the census exercise and key infrastructure projects in the state.
According to the ministry, the House Listing and Housing Census was conducted from May 1 to May 30, while citizens were given the option of self-enumeration between April 16 and April 30.
Digital Platforms Used for Census Operations
The Ministry of Home Affairs said the Census 2027 exercise in Haryana utilised digital tools to improve efficiency and monitoring.
The platforms deployed included:
- A dedicated mobile application
- Census Management and Monitoring System (CMMS)
The ministry also stated that master trainers, field trainers, enumerators and supervisors completed training before field operations commenced. The training was carried out in coordination with the Haryana Government to ensure smooth implementation of the census process.
Haryana Receives ₹107.8 Crore for Census Preparations
The Centre informed Parliament that Haryana has received ₹107.8 crore for Census 2027 preparations.
The funds are being used for:
- Training census officials
- Providing manpower support
- Developing technical infrastructure
- Payment of honorarium to census personnel
The financial assistance is intended to facilitate efficient execution of census activities across the state.
Over 611 Kilometres of High-Speed Corridors Completed
In a separate reply, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) shared updates on highway development in Haryana.
The ministry said 23 national high-speed corridor and expressway projects, covering 611.92 kilometres, have been completed at a total cost of ₹33,167.8 crore.
Major completed projects include:
- Five packages of the Delhi-Amritsar-Katra Expressway
- Eight packages of the Ismailabad-Narnaul Corridor
- Three packages of the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
- Dwarka Expressway
- Eastern Peripheral Expressway
- Other key national highway projects
These projects are expected to improve connectivity, reduce travel time and support economic growth across the region.
Seven Highway Projects Under Construction
The ministry also informed Parliament that seven high-speed corridor and expressway projects, spanning 216.86 kilometres, are currently under construction in Haryana at an estimated cost of ₹10,337.9 crore.
The ongoing projects include:
- Two packages of the Shamli-Ambala Corridor
- Karnal Ring Road (96.4% completed)
- Ambala Ring Road (88.7% completed)
- Ismailabad-Ambala Corridor
- Jalbehra-Shahabad Greenfield Section of NH-152G
- DND-Sohna-Jewar Spur
The ministry said these projects will further strengthen the state’s road infrastructure and regional connectivity upon completion.
MP Highlights Focus on Public Accountability
Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Bhatia said his questions were aimed at ensuring parliamentary accountability on issues directly affecting citizens, including transport infrastructure, digital governance, census operations and development projects in Haryana.
The Centre’s responses provided an overview of the progress made in both the Census 2027 preparations and the expansion of high-speed road infrastructure across the state.
Key Takeaways
- The first phase of Census 2027 has been completed in Haryana.
- The House Listing and Housing Census was conducted from May 1 to May 30, while self-enumeration was available from April 16 to April 30.
- Haryana has received ₹107.8 crore for Census 2027 preparations.
- 23 national high-speed corridor and expressway projects, covering 611.92 km, have been completed at a cost of ₹33,167.8 crore.
- Seven additional highway projects, spanning 216.86 km, are under construction with an estimated investment of ₹10,337.9 crore.
FAQs
Has the first phase of Census 2027 been completed in Haryana?
Yes. The Ministry of Home Affairs informed Parliament that the first phase, comprising the House Listing and Housing Census, has been completed.
What digital tools were used for the census?
The census utilised a mobile application and the Census Management and Monitoring System (CMMS) to support field operations and monitoring.
How much funding has Haryana received for Census 2027?
The Centre has allocated ₹107.8 crore to Haryana for census-related training, manpower, technical infrastructure and honorarium payments.
How many high-speed corridor projects have been completed in Haryana?
According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, 23 projects covering 611.92 kilometres have been completed at a cost of ₹33,167.8 crore.
Which major highway projects are currently under construction?
Ongoing projects include the Shamli-Ambala Corridor, Karnal Ring Road, Ambala Ring Road, Ismailabad-Ambala Corridor, NH-152G Greenfield Section and the DND-Sohna-Jewar Spur.
