Viksit Bharat 2047: Why India Needs Better Data, Says PMO's P K Mishra

Data could play a crucial role in shaping India's journey towards becoming a developed nation by 2047. Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister P K Mishra emphasises the importance of data collection, compilation and analysis in driving evidence-based policymaking. Speaking at a conference focused on Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP), data harmonisation and strengthening state statistical systems, Mishra underlined the need for the Centre and states to work together. He stressed the importance of common definitions, classifications and consistent data collection, noting that national-level statistics and GDP estimates depend significantly on data generated by states and districts. As artificial intelligence gains prominence, reliable data will become even more critical to India's development strategy. Watch his key message on data and Viksit Bharat 2047.