Serious questions have been raised regarding the ongoing work for the District Census Hand Book (DCHB) in Teghra block of Begusarai district, which is being prepared under the Government of India's Census-2027. Allegations suggest that field officers have been appointed in disregard of the guidelines issued by the Census Directorate, raising concerns about the quality and integrity of this crucial process.

According to experts, the DCHB is a vital census document that forms the basis for future development plans and policy formulation. Circular No. 09 of the Census Directorate clearly stipulates that only block-level officials should be assigned the responsibility of field officers to ensure effective coordination with various departments and verification of records. However, it is alleged that the in-charge charge officer cum BPRO of Teghra, Sangeeta Kumari, has issued an order appointing women supervisors, Anganwadi workers, and contractual staff from the Block Resource Center as field officers, which is seen as a violation of these rules.

This decision has sparked considerable discussion within administrative circles and among the concerned personnel. Locals believe that if appointments are not made in accordance with the rules, it will adversely affect the collection of important data. Given the seriousness of the matter, an application has been submitted to the concerned authorities requesting a review of the appointment order. All eyes are now on the district administration and the census authorities to see if this arrangement will be amended.