National Statistics Day observed on June 29
Highlights:
- The National Statistics Day is observed on June 29, each year.
- It aims to raise public awareness on value of statistics in everyday life and planning & development process.
- The National Statistics Day is being observed in India since 2007.
- It is celebrated to honour exceptional contributions made by Professor Mahanlanobis in statistical research & economic planning.
- June 29 also marks the birthday of Professor PC Mahalanobis. Indian Gazette initially published a notification about observing the “National Statistics Day” on June 5, 2007.
- The National Statistics Day is observed to honour Professor Mahalanobis as well as to promote the use of statistics in daily life.
- It main goal is to raise public awareness on the role played by statistics in formulating and affecting public policy.
- The Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation (MOSPI) is in charge of planning for “National Statistics Day”.
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