NSO Launches New Digital Initiatives to Boost India’s Statistical Infrastructure.
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In April 2025, the National Statistical Office (NSO), functioning under the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), introduced a set of transformative digital initiatives aimed at modernizing India's statistical infrastructure.
- The newly launched tools include the revamped Microdata Portal, the official website of the National Statistical System Training Academy (NSSTA), and an AI/ML-Based Classification Tool.
- These initiatives were unveiled during the 'Conference of State Government Ministers on Strengthening of Statistical Systems' held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The primary aim is to boost data accessibility, accuracy, and ensure stronger policy relevance.
- These efforts are aligned with the Government of India’s vision of building a Viksit Bharat (Developed India) through robust and data-driven governance.
Main Point :- (i) The revamped Microdata Portal is a centralized digital repository offering enhanced access to datasets from national surveys and economic censuses. Developed in collaboration with the World Bank Technology Team (Washington D.C., USA), it overcomes earlier tech limitations and boosts data dissemination. Built on a modern, scalable, and secure tech stack, it features a responsive design and improved data access mechanisms.
(ii) The National Statistical System Training Academy (NSSTA) website is a centralized platform developed in-house by the Data Informatics & Innovation Division (DIID) of MoSPI. It serves as a hub for capacity-building initiatives, making training and development resources easily accessible to stakeholders in the statistical ecosystem.
(iii) The AI/ML-Based Classification Tool is a Proof of Concept developed by MoSPI to automate the classification of economic activities using the National Industrial Classification (NIC) system. Leveraging Natural Language Processing (NLP), the tool simplifies the categorization process, reduces manual effort, and enhances data collection accuracy—ultimately supporting more efficient policymaking.
About National Statistical Systems Training Academy (NSSTA)
Additional Director General (ADG) : Kishor Baburao Surwade
Headquarters - Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, UP
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