The report of the Domestic Tourism Expenditure Survey (DTES), conducted by NSO, MoSPI, provides insights into the purposes of domestic overnight trips undertaken across rural and urban India during the last 365 days and the last 30 days.
Click on the link below to access the press note:
https://t.co/a3kCdPEI4L
Click on the link below to access the complete report:
https://t.co/ChKXlLq4vu
For the latest updates and insights, visit MoSPI’s official website: https://t.co/BbFzVJX6Gf
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Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI, shared his insights during a panel discussion on “Measuring India’s Transformation: GDP Data and the Changing Economy” at SRCC’s Centenary Conclave on “Pathway to Viksit Bharat” on 16 October 2026, highlighting the role of GDP data in understanding India’s economic transformation.
He shared perspectives on how evolving data sources, improved statistical methodologies and the integration of administrative data are strengthening GDP estimation, addressing statistical discrepancies and enabling a more comprehensive understanding of India’s economic progress and national well-being.
#MoSPI #GDP #ViksitBharat #NationalAccounts #EconomicGrowth #IndiaEconomy #StatisticalReforms #DataDrivenGovernance #SRCCCentenary #PathwayToViksitBharat
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Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI, addressed a session on “Decoding the New Economics of Media & Entertainment” at the 13th CII Big Picture Summit 2026.
He highlighted the growing contribution of India’s creative economy to GDP and economic growth, emphasising how the revised National Industrial Classification recognises emerging activities such as digital influencers, online gaming, gaming apps and OTT platforms.
#MoSPI #CIIBigPictureSummit2026 #CreativeEconomy #MediaAndEntertainment #ViksitBharat
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The PLFS Monthly Bulletin for September 2026 highlights key indicators of India’s labour market.
The overall Labour Force Participation Rate (LFPR) for persons aged 15 years and above stood at 55.5%, while the Female LFPR was 34.6%. The Worker Population Ratio (WPR) stood at 52.7%, and the overall Unemployment Rate was 5.0%.
These indicators provide insights into labour force participation, workforce engagement and employment conditions across India.
Click on the link below to access the monthly bulletin:
https://t.co/aUVvCzNsOL
For latest updates & insights, visit MoSPI’s official website: https://t.co/BbFzVJWyQH
#PLFS #LabourMarket #Employment #India #Statistics #NSO #MoSPI #LabourForceParticipation #Workforce #EconomicGrowth
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#MoSPIQuizChallenge: Participate in this quiz and test your knowledge!
Quiz: What is an unincorporated enterprise in the ASUSE survey conducted by NSO under the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation?
Options:
A. A company incorporated under the Companies Act
B. An enterprise that is not registered under the Companies Act
C. A government department
D. An NGO only
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Shri Anurag Jain, CEO, NITI Aayog, chaired the valedictory session on “Strengthening of State Statistical Systems” during the Conference of State Planning, Finance and IT Secretaries, organised by MoSPI on 13 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
He emphasised the importance of accurate data, evidence-based decision-making and data harmonisation across departments. He also highlighted how API-based data integration can reduce duplication, enhance efficiency and establish a “single source of truth” for effective governance.
Watch the full session here: https://t.co/gBGqvdtA83
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Dr. Manoj Govil, Secretary (Coordination), Cabinet Secretariat, chaired the session on “Data Harmonisation and Governance” during the Conference of State Planning, Finance and IT Secretaries, organised by MoSPI on 13 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
He emphasised the importance of data sharing across government departments, identifying datasets that can be shared and establishing State-level Data Governance Committees. He also highlighted the role of common identifiers, such as Aadhaar and PAN, in harmonising datasets.
Watch the full session here: https://t.co/sNuOeIEm6i
#MoSPI #DataHarmonisation #DataGovernance #OfficialStatistics
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The valedictory session in Conference of State Planning, Finance and IT Secretaries held on 13 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi focused on Strengthening of State Statistical Systems.
Chaired by Shri Anurag Jain, Chief Executive Officer, NITI Aayog, the session focused on strengthening of state statistical systems, supporting state-level statistical capacity and promoting data-driven, evidence-based policymaking.
#MoSPI #OfficialStatistics #StateStatisticalSystems #DataPolicy #EvidenceBasedPolicymaking #NITIAayog #DataDrivenGovernance #GovernmentOfIndia
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) held a dedicated session on Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) during the Conference of State Planning, Finance and IT Secretaries on 13 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Chaired by Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI, the session focused on the methodology for compiling GSDP and state-level experiences in under the new base year 2022–23. The presentations and subsequent Q&A provided a platform for sharing state-level experiences and discussing approaches to strengthening the compilation of GSVA/GSDP state economic estimates.
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The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) held a dedicated session on Data Harmonisation and Governance during the Conference of State Planning, Finance and IT Secretaries on 13 October 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
Chaired by Dr. Manoj Govil, Secretary (Coordination), Cabinet Secretariat, Government of India, the session focused on strengthening data harmonisation and governance through improved data sharing, interoperability and state-level initiatives.
#MoSPI #OfficialStatistics #DataGovernance #DataHarmonisation #NDAP #KUTUMBA #DigitalGovernance #GovernmentOfIndia
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MoSPI organised the Conference of State Planning, Finance and IT Secretaries at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi to deliberate on compilation of gross state domestic product, strengthening state statistical systems and advancing on data harmonisation & data governance.
The inaugural session featured a keynote address by Dr. P. K. Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Hon’ble Prime Minister. Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI, Dr. Saibal Chattopadhyay, Chairperson, National Statistical Commission (NSC), and Shri P. R. Meshram, Director General (Data Governance), MoSPI also shared their insightful perspectives. The session concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Dalip Singh, Director General (Central Statistics), MoSPI.
For the latest updates and insights, visit MoSPI’s official website: https://t.co/BbFzVJX6Gf
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Strong statistical system is essential for evidence-based policymaking and achieving the vision of Viksit Bharat @ 2047: Dr PK Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Hon'ble Prime Minister
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https://t.co/8jQXuJDduz
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What cannot be measured cannot be managed effectively. And what cannot be managed effectively cannot be transformed sustainably: Dr PK Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Hon'ble Prime Minister
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https://t.co/6zQdgRHkK7
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Principal Secretary to the Hon'ble Prime Minister Dr. P K Mishra emphasized the need for stronger state-level statistical institutions. He highlighted the importance of integrating data systems and using advanced technologies for accurate statistics.
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Dr P K Mishra, Principal Secretary to the Hon'ble Prime Minister, calls for credible statistics, granular data, technology adoption and stronger centre-state coordination to improve policy decisions and outcomes.
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https://t.co/sUhvZZ71vM
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