Bhubaneswar, April 4 -- An Odisha Integrated Statistical System (OISS) will be created to foster greater cooperation and coordination among administrative departments, ensuring the timely and reliable provision of data for informed decision-making.

This initiative is expected to significantly strengthen the state's statistical capabilities, contributing to more robust policymaking and governance, official sources said.

A technical mission from the World Bank, led by Thomas Danielewitz, Senior Economist and Team Lead, along with other members, held a detailed review meeting with officers of the Directorate of Economics and Statistics (DES) of Odisha on Thursday and Friday.

The meeting focused on critical aspects of developing and strength...