Celebrating 75 Years of Statistical Excellence

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is hosting the Culmination Ceremony of 75^th anniversary of National Sample Survey (NSS) alongwith World Statistics Day on 18 November 2025 at The Ananta, Udaipur. This event marks the successful conclusion of the year-long celebrations held at national/regional level across the country recognizing the invaluable contributions of NSS to the development of India's statistical system and providing platforms for dialogue and knowledge exchange to engage with citizens, students, policymakers, academicians, stakeholders, etc.

Over the past year, NSS offices across the country organised technical sessions, trainings, outreach activities, cultural programmes, and knowledge-sharing platforms. Together, these highlighted the journey of the NSS from its inception to its growing role in a data-driven India. The final event pays tribute to the generations of field officers, statisticians, subject experts, and institutional partners who have upheld the credibility and trustworthiness of India’s survey system.

Participation from Across India’s Statistical Community

The ceremony will bring together the field staff of NSS whose efforts have made the year-long celebrations a resounding success, along with senior dignitaries from MoSPI and other Ministries, National Statistical Commission, State Directorates of Economics & Statistics, academia, media, and members of the NSS 75th Anniversary Planning Committee. The event will be graced by the Chief Guest Rao Inderjit Singh, Hon’ble Minister of State (Independent Charge), MoSPI.

A Warm Beginning: Registration, Lamp Lighting & Musical Harmony

The day will begin with registration and the arrival of dignitaries, followed by the ceremonial lamp lighting. A soulful jugalbandi performed by officials from RO Madurai and RO Sambalpur will set an uplifting tone for the celebrations.

Inaugural Session: Leadership’s Vision for the Future

The formal proceedings will open with a Welcome Address by Ms. Geeta Singh Rathore, Director General, NSS, followed by Opening Remarks from Dr. Saurabh Garg, Secretary, MoSPI.

The Chief Guest will deliver the Inaugural Address, highlighting the pivotal role of NSS in shaping India’s development narrative.

Launch of Key Publications and Releases

Several important national releases will be unveiled, including:

• The Story of National Sample Survey – a Coffee Table Book

• Stories Behind Numbers – Journal of FOD

• Sarvekshana (Combined 118th & 119th issue)- a technical Journal of National Statistics Office (NSO)

• National Industrial Classification (NIC) 2025

• Launch of the DI Lab Portal

 

These releases capture the institutional memory, technical strength, and evolving data needs of the nation.

Cultural Performances: Vibrancy from the Field

Field offices from across the country will enliven the stage with cultural performances—folk dances, theme songs, nukkad nataks, experience-sharing and other creative showcases celebrating the spirit of fieldwork and teamwork.

Panel Discussion: Stories of Data Collection in NSS Surveys

A special panel will bring alive the human stories behind survey data. Moderated by Shri S. L. Menaria, Former DG (NSS), the discussion includes:

• Shri Manish Galundia – Entrepreneur

• Shri Hemant Ahir – Sarpanch

• Shri Bhupendra Singh Meena – Girdawar

Though from different walks of life, they share one belief: data is more than numbers—it is a reflection of society. The discussion will highlight how data collected in the field reflects the lived realities of communities.

World Statistics Day

The post-lunch segment will resonate with the global spirit of World Statistics Day. Sessions include:

• A technical discussion on communication strategies for field functionaries, led by NSSTA, MoSPI and facilitated by the Gates Foundation.

• A hands-on CAPI demonstration for CPI (Urban/Rural) by the Price Statistics Division of MoSPI.

A Patriotic Finale

The ceremony will conclude on an emotional and inspiring note with a patriotic performance by RO Thiruvananthapuram alongwith felicitation of all the performers, followed by the official Vote of Thanks by a senior NSO officer.
 

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