Manipur, Aug. 24 -- Rangitabali Waikhom, Deputy Commissioner, Imphal East launched the Seventh Economic Census at CSC Data Gen, Soibam Leikai Ayangpalli Road, Imphal East today.

Rangitabali, who is the charge officer of Imphal East District, stressed the need for gathering accurate data about the economic activity of people for effective planning and implementation of Government schemes.

The Seventh Economic Census will be conducted in two phases in Manipur. The first phase which was launched today covers six valley districts-Imphal East, Imphal West, Bishnupur, Thoubal, Kakching,, and Jiribam.

The second phase will be launched on September 9 in 10 hill districts-Senapati, Kangpokpi, Tamenglong, Noney, Churachandpur, Pherzawal, Chandel...