The Centre has released Rs 4,102 crore to states and Union territories for Census 2027 preparations, including training, manpower and digital infrastructure. The first phase has been completed in 31 states and UTs, while self-enumeration will be available for the first time
Projections show Telangana’s Total Fertility Rate will fall to 1.5 by 2031-35, far below the replacement level. Reports by Census of India and the UN say the State is moving towards below replacement population and an ageing demographic
