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Home - Opinion - India’s Statistical Tryst with Destiny: A 100-Day Odyssey Towards Data-Driven Policymaking
A captivating infographic that visually represents a 100-day journey towards data-driven policymaking. The journey is illustrated as an odyssey, with a diverse set of stakeholders embarking on a ship, guided by a compass and navigating through a sea of data. Key milestones, such as data collection, analysis, and policy implementation, are marked with vibrant flags along the journey. The end goal is a lighthouse symbolizing the successful integration of data into policymaking, illuminating the path for better decision-making and outcomes.

India’s Statistical Tryst with Destiny: A 100-Day Odyssey Towards Data-Driven Policymaking

Opinion 20/06/2024Sunil GarnayakBy Sunil Garnayak3 Mins ReadUpdated:20/06/2024

he newly elected government’s avowed commitment to “data-driven policy making” heralds a renaissance for India’s statistical machinery. Within its inaugural 100 days, a plethora of pivotal strides can be undertaken to fortify the edifice of evidence-based governance.

Revitalizing the Census: A Sine Qua Non for Statistical Probity

The protracted interregnum since the 2011 Census has engendered a multitude of challenges for statistical endeavors, particularly those reliant on sample survey data. The obsolescence of the existing framework necessitates a swift resolution. A definitive timetable for Census operations, promulgated within the first 100 days, would pave the path for its execution by 2026, thereby rectifying any distortions that may have arisen due to antiquated multipliers.

Modernizing Statistical Series: A Recalibration Imperative

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI), in tandem with the Office of the Economic Advisor, should embark on an expeditious revision of pivotal economic indicators such as the National Accounts, Consumer Price Indices, and the Index of Industrial Production. These indices, anchored in the 2011-12 base year, warrant an overhaul to mirror contemporary economic realities.

Harnessing the GST Data Trove: A Cornucopia of Economic Insights

Beyond immediate tasks, the government must embark on a programmatic endeavor to leverage the cornucopia of administrative data amassed through e-governance initiatives. The GST database, a veritable goldmine of information, holds the promise of refining estimates of goods and services production, eclipsing the existing IIP. Granting researchers access to this repository, while safeguarding confidentiality, would galvanize analytical pursuits and potentially revolutionize price indices.

Integrating Administrative and Survey Data: A Synergistic Symphony

The e-governance platforms underpinning national schemes like Ayushman Bharat, PM Awas, and Jal Jeevan Mission offer a treasure trove of socio-economic data. Integrating this data with traditional survey data would yield a more nuanced understanding of program efficacy, potentially supplanting costly sample surveys with insights gleaned from administrative databases. A robust mechanism for releasing disaggregated administrative data for research purposes is imperative.

Empowering Policy Oversight: A Catalyst for Transformation

While these recommendations can be actualized within the existing institutional framework, their success hinges on high-level policy oversight. Incorporating a module on data integration and utilization within the monthly Pragati meetings chaired by the Prime Minister’s Office would galvanize departmental and ministerial engagement, ensuring the prioritization of this transformative endeavor.

Key Takeaways:

  • Timely Census execution is crucial for accurate statistical analysis.
  • Revision of economic indices is essential to reflect current realities.
  • GST data offers untapped potential for refining economic indicators.
  • Integration of administrative and survey data can enhance policy insights.
  • High-level policy oversight is crucial for successful implementation.

Vocabulary Enrichment:

TermDefinition
AvowedDeclared openly and without shame.
HeraldsBe a sign that (something) is about to happen.
RenaissanceA revival of or renewed interest in something.
EdificeA complex system of beliefs.
ProtractedLasting for a long time or longer than expected or usual.
InterregnumA period when normal government is suspended, especially between successive reigns or regimes.
MultitudeA large number of people or things.
AntiquatedOld-fashioned or outdated.
CornucopiaAn abundant supply of good things of a specified kind.
GalvanizeShock or excite (someone), typically into taking action.
ImperativeOf vital importance; crucial.
Sunil Garnayak
Sunil Garnayak

Sunil Garnayak is an expert in Indian news with extensive knowledge of the nation’s political, social, and economic landscape and international relations. With years of experience in journalism, Sunil delivers in-depth analysis and accurate reporting that keeps readers informed about the latest developments in India. His commitment to factual accuracy and nuanced storytelling ensures that his articles provide valuable insights into the country’s most pressing issues.

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