Opening Remarks: The program commenced with opening remarks from Executive Director Bhola Paswan. He stressed the significance of the survey and how its findings will be instrumental in shaping the urban development strategy for Shambhunath Municipality.

Training Sessions:

• Participants were introduced to the objectives of the survey and the importance of their role as enumerators.
• Detailed instructions were provided on how to administer the questionnaire. This included:
• Approaching respondents and creating a comfortable environment for them to answer questions.
• Understanding and explaining the purpose of each question in the survey.
• Recording responses accurately and efficiently.

Demo Survey:

• A practical session was conducted where participants engaged in a mock survey. This involved:
• Asking the prepared questionnaire to local residents of Kanchanrup.
• Practicing data recording and handling respondent queries.
• Receiving feedback on their performance to improve their survey techniques.

Closing Remarks:

• The training concluded with a Q&A session where participants could clarify their doubts.
• Campus Head Deepak Gajurel reiterated the importance of this initiative for both the community and the students, encouraging participants to make the most of this learning opportunity.

  Conclusion:

The Enumerator Training Program was a crucial step towards ensuring the success of the upcoming survey for the Sustainable City Development project in Shambhunath Municipality. The active participation and enthusiasm of the trainees, coupled with the insightful guidance provided by the speakers, set a positive tone for the comprehensive survey that aims to gather valuable data for the municipality’s future development. The program not only equipped the enumerators with the necessary skills but also fostered a sense of community involvement and responsibility among the participants, ensuring a well-rounded approach to urban development.