75th Anniversary of the National Sample Survey (NSS) A Milestone Celebration
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), Government of India, celebrated the 75th anniversary of the National Sample Survey (NSS) at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on 7th February 2025. The event marked the beginning of a nationwide series of initiatives highlighting NSS’s critical role in evidence-based policymaking, raising awareness about data-driven governance, and engaging stakeholders from diverse sectors.
The celebration featured keynote addresses, expert discussions, the unveiling of Diamond Jubilee publications, and special performances emphasizing NSS’s fieldwork contributions.
Shri Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa, emphasized
Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI
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Why in the news? | 75th Anniversary of the National Sample Survey (NSS): A Milestone Celebration |
Occasion | 75th Anniversary of NSS |
Date & Venue | 7th February 2025, Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi |
Organized by | Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) |
Chief Guest | Rao Inderjit Singh, Hon’ble MoS for Statistics & PI |
Keynote Speaker | Shri Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa |
Welcome Address | Smt. Geeta Singh Rathore, Director General (NSS) |
Major Highlights | – Unveiling of Diamond Jubilee Publications – Karmayogi Awards for outstanding NSO officers – Nukkad Natak showcasing NSS fieldwork |
Panel Discussions | 1. Future Ready Indian Statistical System for Viksit Bharat @ 2047 2. Importance of Alternative Data in Policymaking |
Key Topics Discussed | – AI & Machine Learning in surveys – Real-time data collection – Public-private partnerships for data – Integration of alternative data sources |
Total Participants | 1200+, including policymakers, researchers, NSS officers, and international representatives |
Key Outcomes | – Strengthening NSS for future policymaking – Leveraging technology for data collection – Building robust statistical frameworks |
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