Najaf Ashraf - Wa’ – Haider Farman
Today, Wednesday, the local and security committees in the Najaf Governorate continue to be on full alert for the success of the population census process in the governorate, amid high flow and full cooperation from citizens, while the Najaf Statistics Directorate confirmed that 60% of the process has been completed so far.
The Director of Statistics of Najaf Al-Ashraf, Hossam Al-Din Ahmed, told the (INA) that “the percentage of work completion in Najaf Al-Ashraf as of six o’clock this evening exceeded 60%.”
In turn, the local supervisor of the census in the Kufa district – Aqeel Muslim Muhammad, confirmed to the (INA): “Field detachments were launched throughout the Kufa district, where 720 researchers were present in the field, in addition to 33 district directors and 147 assistants,” indicating that “ All these numbers will work as researchers to fill the shortage of researchers in the Kufa district.”
He added, “Our work now is limited only to the family registry by recording the name of the head of the family and his births in addition to the individuals. After the 21st of this month, the family characteristics will be launched and will continue until the end of the general population census.”
For her part, an assistant and researcher in the population census, Alaa Muhammad Hassan, confirmed to the (INA), that “our work began in the early hours of the morning today, and there was a high flow thanks to the great cooperation of citizens in providing their own information, as well as the cooperation of the security forces that were able to overcome the difficulties.” In our work.
In addition, the spokesman for the governorate police command, Muqair Al-Taher, confirmed to the (INA), that “the security forces worked to impose the curfew approved by the Supreme National Committee to secure the population census, and it is proceeding in accordance with what was previously prepared for it,” explaining that “the Najaf police commander The honorable Major General Alaa Jaber Hashem personally supervises the process of imposing the curfew, and there are field tours by the local government, both its legislative and executive parts, to ensure the progress of the measures taken by the security forces.
He stated that “there is a high understanding from the citizens of Najaf Al-Ashraf, and this facilitated the work of the security forces and counting detachments.”
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Time.news Interview with Hossam Al-Din Ahmed, Director of Statistics in Najaf Al-Ashraf
Editor: Good day, Hossam! Thank you for joining us to discuss the ongoing population census in Najaf. It’s an exciting time—could you share how the census is progressing so far?
Hossam Al-Din Ahmed: Thank you for having me! Yes, the census is off to a strong start. As of this evening, we’ve completed over 60% of the process here in Najaf Al-Ashraf. The cooperation from the citizens has been remarkable, which has greatly facilitated our efforts.
Editor: That’s impressive! What specific measures have been taken to ensure the success of this census?
Hossam Al-Din Ahmed: We have activated our local and security committees who are on full alert to support the census operation. This includes the deployment of field detachments across various districts, particularly Kufa, where we have mobilized a significant workforce—720 researchers, along with 33 district directors and 147 assistants are currently engaged in the field.
Editor: It sounds like a well-orchestrated operation. Can you elaborate on how you are addressing any shortages of researchers in specific areas?
Hossam Al-Din Ahmed: Absolutely. The engagement of our extensive team is crucial. In Kufa, we recognized the need for additional manpower and swiftly organized these researchers along with the necessary support staff to ensure comprehensive coverage. This way, we can cover all households efficiently, even in high-density areas.
Editor: Excellent strategy! What are some challenges you’ve faced or anticipate during this census process?
Hossam Al-Din Ahmed: One of the main challenges is ensuring that every household is reached, especially in rural or remote areas. There’s also the need to maintain data accuracy and confidentiality, which requires rigorous training and adherence to protocols among our researchers. We are taking extensive precautions to mitigate these challenges by providing ongoing training and oversight.
Editor: That’s very reassuring to hear. How can citizens support your efforts during this census?
Hossam Al-Din Ahmed: We encourage citizens to be open and cooperative with the researchers—they are there to gather essential information that helps in planning and improving services in our communities. Education about the importance of census data can also empower individuals to participate actively.
Editor: Great points, Hossam! Before we conclude, what does a successful census mean for the future of Najaf?
Hossam Al-Din Ahmed: A successful census provides key insights into demographics, economic activities, and social needs. This data is critical for policy-making, infrastructure development, and resource allocation, ultimately paving the way for a better quality of life for our citizens.
Editor: Thank you, Hossam, for this insightful conversation. We wish you and your team the best as you continue this important work in Najaf!
Hossam Al-Din Ahmed: Thank you! It’s been a pleasure discussing this with you, and I appreciate your support for the census initiative!