Gonda: In a ceremony held at the Collectorate Auditorium, District Magistrate Priyanka Niranjan felicitated enumerators, supervisors, Block Education Officers, Charge Officers, and Sub-Divisional Magistrates who achieved 100 percent targets and demonstrated exceptional performance in census-related activities.
During the programme, the District Magistrate presented certificates of appreciation and symbolic cheques to officials and employees in recognition of their significant contribution to the successful completion of census work. She praised the dedication and commitment of the personnel, emphasizing the vital role census data plays in shaping development policies and welfare programmes.
Addressing the gathering, Niranjan said that the census serves as the foundation for planning and governance in any country or state. Accurate census data helps governments formulate policies, allocate resources efficiently, and implement public welfare schemes effectively. She stressed that census operations must be carried out with utmost sincerity, transparency, and responsibility to ensure reliable and comprehensive data collection.
The District Magistrate noted that the collective efforts, hard work, and sense of duty displayed by the officials and field staff enabled the district to achieve its targets within the stipulated timeframe. She encouraged all personnel to continue maintaining high standards of performance and to remain committed to effectively implementing government priorities in the future.
The programme also included a review of various aspects of census operations. Officials discussed experiences and best practices from the field, highlighting the importance of coordination, teamwork, and meticulous planning in ensuring the smooth execution of such a large-scale administrative exercise.
Participants described the census as one of the most significant administrative responsibilities, requiring extensive public engagement, accuracy, and dedication. The interaction provided an opportunity to assess achievements and identify measures for further strengthening future census-related activities.
Among those present on the occasion were Additional District Magistrate Alok Kumar, District Disaster Expert Rajesh Srivastava, and several officers and employees associated with the census programme.
The event concluded with a renewed commitment from the district administration and census personnel to uphold excellence in public service and contribute effectively to developmental and governance initiatives.
