National Statistics Day

National Statistics Day 2021: Know history, significance, theme and importance

On the occasion of Statistics Day, MoSPI recognizes the contributions of high quality research work in the field of applied and theoretical statistics benefiting the official statistical system.

Jun 29, 2021, 12:28 PM IST

Statistics Day 2020: Know about Father of Indian statistics Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis

India marks June 29 as National Statistics Day every year to honour the Father of Indian statistics Prof. Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis. This year marks the 127th birth anniversary of Professor Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis who was a famous scientist and statistician and has played an important role in establishing the National Statistical System. 

Jun 29, 2020, 10:33 AM IST