The document provides a list of identifiers used in official statistics, outlining the purpose and issuing authority for each. These include personal identifiers like Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, and UAN, as well as identifiers for businesses such as Corporate Identification Number (CIN), Goods and Services Tax Identification Number (GSTIN), and Tax Deduction and Collection Account Number (TAN). It...
Statistics Day was held on June 29th, 2022, with the theme of “Data for Sustainable Development.” The event included registration of delegates, arrival of dignitaries, an inaugural session featuring addresses by key figures such as Shri M.M. Hasija, Dr. G P Samanta, Prof. Bimal Kumar Roy, and Dr. Sanghamitra Bandyopadhyay. Awards were presented, including the Prof. P.C. Mahalanobis...
A minute-to-minute program for Statistics Day on June 29th, 2023, includes the registration and arrival of delegates and dignitaries. The inaugural session features the lighting of a lamp, welcome addresses, addresses by various officials and professors from statistical organizations, and a message from the Director of the Indian Statistical Institute. The event also includes a felicitation of...
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation observed ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’ between July 1st and 15th, 2023 with a detailed schedule of activities to promote cleanliness and sanitation. Activities included cleanliness drives in office premises, schools, public spaces, awareness campaigns, essay competitions, tree plantation, painting competitions, rallies, waste...
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is structured with a Secretary at the top, overseeing various divisions and offices. Key components include the National Statistical Commission (NSC), the National Statistics Office (NSO), and a Programme Implementation (PI) Wing. The organization is divided into Director Generals for National Sample Survey, Central Statistics, and...
The Industrial Statistics Wing (IS Wing) of the Data Processing Division (DPD), National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) is responsible for planning, designing, processing and publishing data collected through the Annual Survey of Industries (ASI), which serves as the primary source of industrial statistics in India. The IS Wing oversees preparing survey instruments, including schedules and manuals...
The government has issued guidelines regarding special assistance to states for capital investment for the financial year 2023-24. This initiative aims to boost infrastructure development and economic growth at the state level by providing financial support for projects that create new infrastructure and enhance existing facilities. The assistance will likely focus on priority sectors and...
The Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has developed a Statistical Quality Assessment Framework (SQAF) based on the UN National Quality Assurance Framework (NQAF) 2019. It aims to enhance the National Statistical System by setting quality parameters and best practices for statistical processes and products. The SQAF provides a framework for coordinating the statistical...
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) in India has introduced the Statistical Quality Assessment Framework (SQAF), inspired by the UN National Quality Assurance Framework (NQAF) 2019. The SQAF seeks to improve the National Statistical System by defining quality parameters and practices for effective quality management. It provides a comprehensive framework, addressing...
The National Statistics Office (NSO) is implementing a mechanism to reconcile divergent datasets across different Central and State administrative departments. This initiative addresses the need for consistent data interpretation and adherence to statistical standards, as emphasized by the United Nations Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics. The ASPD will serve as the Nodal Division...