The central government defers Census operations in Manipur, according to reports citing meetings and instructions related to the exercise. The decision postpones the planned rollout of census activities in the state.
The deferral is linked to demands raised by multiple communities in Manipur. The Hindu reports that participants press for the National Register of Citizens (NRC) to be updated before the Census is conducted, specifically highlighting concerns raised by Meitei, Pangals (Meitei Muslims), and Nagas.
Across outlets, the central point of agreement is that Census operations in Manipur are delayed. The available information emphasizes the political and administrative context of the NRC-related demand, while details on timelines, revised dates, or operational changes are not included in the provided excerpts from each source. Further reporting would be needed to confirm the specific duration of the postponement and the exact steps the Centre will take next.
