June 29 National Statistics Day -Theme 2019 and 2020
Birth anniversary ofProf. P C Mahalanobis, on 29th June, in recognition of his invaluable contribution in establishing the National Statistical System.
Prof. P C Mahalanobis, is considered as Father of Indian Statistics.
Theme 2019 : “Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)”.
Theme 2020:Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages & Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
In 2019, the Ministry instituted a new award, namely, the Prof. P.C. Mahalanobis National Award in Official Statistics for recognizing outstanding achievement of official statisticians in Central Government, State Governments and Institutions.
