75th Anniversary of National Sample Survey

Key Highlights from the Culmination Ceremony of the 75th Anniversary of NSS and World Statistics Day 2025

Event Overview:

• Organizer: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI).
• Date: 18 November 2025.
• Location: Udaipur.
• Participants: Approximately 700 attendees including NSS field staff, MoSPI officials, National Statistical Commission members, and representatives from various sectors.

Key Figures and Contributions:

• Celebration marked the completion of 75 years of the National Sample Survey (NSS).
• Recognition of the contributions from over 10,000 NSS field staff in nationwide data collection.

Government Focus Areas:

• Digital Tools Adoption: Emphasis on tools like e-SIGMA, chatbots, and Computer-Assisted Personal Interviewing (CAPI).
• Data Integration: Improved integration of survey data with administrative sources, enhanced sampling frames for urban areas.

Goals for Future:

• Support for achieving “Viksit Bharat @2047” through credible and timely statistics.

Publications and Initiatives Launched:

1. Coffee Table Book: "From Inception to Innovation: The Story of NSS."
2. Journal: "Stories Behind Numbers - Journal of FOD" showcasing NSS staff creativity.
3. Sarvekshana Supplement: Special edition commemorating the NSS’s 75-year journey.
4. National Industrial Classification (NIC) 2025: Updated version aligned with ISIC Rev. 5 focusing on emerging sectors.
5. Data Innovation Lab Portal: A digital platform to foster innovation in official statistics, featuring AI/ML use cases.

Cultural and Educational Engagements:

• Musical performances celebrating NSS values; cultural showcases by Regional Offices from various Indian regions.
• Panel discussions focusing on data's role in governance and industry led by diverse speakers.

World Statistics Day Observance:

• Celebrated globally every five years, with the next scheduled for 20 October.
• Sessions held to improve field communication strategies and introduce features of new CAPI applications for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) revision.

Technological Advancements:

• New CAPI application designed for CPI revision includes features like single-login access, role-based scrutiny, geo-tagged outlets, improving data accuracy and timeliness.

Commitment to Statistics Quality:

• Renewed dedication by the National Statistics Office (NSO), MoSPI to enhance the quality, integrity, and usability of official statistics in India, ensuring support for informed policymaking and national development.

Conclusion:

The culmination event represents a significant milestone for the NSS, showcasing its evolution, the advancement of statistical methodologies, and the importance of reliable data in driving India towards its developmental goals. The event highlighted the collaboration between various stakeholders in promoting a data-driven culture for effective governance and planning.