RGI issues rules for securing Census data ahead of Phase-2

The Registrar General of India (RGI) has issued new rules to secure Census data collected from 19 states and 5 Union Territories, ahead of the second phase of the Census 2027. These directives emphasize the confidentiality of the records and introduce digital tools for data security for the first time.

The new protocols aim to ensure the integrity and privacy of the sensitive information gathered during the nationwide census. By implementing digital security measures, the RGI seeks to protect the data from unauthorized access and potential breaches. This marks a significant step in modernizing the census process in India.

The emphasis on confidentiality underscores the importance of the data collected, which is crucial for policy-making and resource allocation. The implementation of these rules is expected to build greater public trust in the census process, assuring citizens that their personal information will be handled with the utmost care and security.