The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) today organised a brainstorming session on Leveraging Non-Conventional Data Sources for Official Statistics in New Delhi. The session sought to deliberate upon the ways and means of using the non-conventional data along with the conventional data generated through censuses, surveys, and administrative records.

Speaking on the occasion, Director General of MoSPI, PR Meshram highlighted that in the era of rapid digital transformation the landscape of data is evolving faster than ever. He also underlined that the goal of the session is to foster engagement in open and innovative discussions on harnessing emerging data sources effectively, ensuring accuracy, representativeness and their ethical use. Mr Meshram added that the session brings a diverse group of experts, statisticians, stakeholders among others.