The Governor of Himachal Pradesh Hon’ble Smt Urmila Singh gave away mementoes to the 15 Principal Census Officer cum Deputy Commissioners (both present and former) of the State who had participated in conducting Census 2011 in a simple and impressive ceremony at Darbar Hall of Raj Bhawan on 22nd September 2011, as a token of appreciation and remembrance for the good work they had done for successful and timely completion of Census 2011 despite various odds, like, harsh weather and difficult geographical terrain. The Chief Secretary of the State Government, Smt Rajwant Sandhu, IAS presided over the function. The Governor also addressed the recipients and congratulated them and Director Census Operations, Himachal Pradesh for the successful completions of Census which was a difficult task in state like Himachal Pradesh where topography and weather conditions were not very favourable. The Chief Secretary also spoke on the occasion. A small documentary was also screened highlighting Census 2011 Operations in Himachal Pradesh.
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Distribution of Mementoes to Principal Census Officers by Hon’ble Governor of Himachal Pradesh