Shillong, June 30 -- The National Statistics Office, Field Operations Division, Regional Office, Shillong, celebrated the 19th National Statistics Day at its Conference Hall here in Meghalaya.
The day commemorates the birth anniversary of the legendary statistician, Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis, who is widely regarded as the "Father of the Indian Statistical System."
Observed annually, National Statistics Day aims to create public awareness - particularly among the youth - on the pivotal role of statistics in socio-economic planning, evidence-based policymaking, and overall national development.
This year's celebration was especially significant as it coincided with the 75th anniversary of the National Sample Survey ...