MoSPI + Data Analytics

Key Facts

MoSPI signed two MoUs with:

• IDEAS
• Indian Statistical Institute (ISI), Kolkata

Objectives

• Data-driven policymaking
• Innovative data tools
• Harmonisation of statistical indicators
• Evidence-based policymaking
• Support Viksit Bharat @2047.

Important Technology

IDEAS will develop:

• GDP nowcasting tool
• Harmonised indicator framework linking:
  • Government scheme data
  • NSS household data

Prelims

ISI founded → 17 December 1931
Founder → P. C. Mahalanobis
Institute of National Importance → 1959