India Joins UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics.
New Delhi:
In a landmark development, India has officially joined the United Nations Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics (UN-CEBD). This committee, established to explore the potential of Big Data in monitoring and reporting on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), marks a significant milestone for India’s growing role in the global statistical ecosystem.
India’s inclusion in the UN-CEBD comes at a time when the country has also recently rejoined the United Nations Statistical Commission after a considerable hiatus. The membership in this prestigious committee underscores India’s increasing influence in the global statistical community and its commitment to leveraging data science and technology for informed policymaking.
As a member of the Committee of Experts, India will actively contribute to shaping global standards and practices in the use of Big Data for official statistics. The country’s participation aligns with its ongoing initiatives, such as the establishment of the Data Innovation Lab, and the exploration of alternative data sources like satellite imagery and machine learning to enhance policymaking.
India’s inclusion in the UN-CEBD offers a strategic platform to demonstrate its leadership in transforming official statistical processes. By integrating advanced techniques like the Internet of Things (IoT), satellite imagery, and data from the private sector, India aims to modernize its data systems. This approach will improve the accuracy of statistical estimates and ensure the timely availability of critical data to support evidence-based governance and decision-making.
Key areas where India’s participation will make an impact include:
Streamlining Statistical Production: Innovating data collection, processing, and analysis to reduce delays in data availability.
Improving Decision-Making: Providing real-time, data-driven insights to address socio-economic challenges and support policy development.
Fostering International Collaboration: Sharing India’s advancements in data science while learning from global best practices to build a more robust statistical framework.
India’s entry into the UN Committee of Experts on Big Data and Data Science for Official Statistics is a crucial step in revolutionizing the way statistics are produced and disseminated. It strengthens India’s capacity to influence global statistical practices and reinforces the country’s commitment to driving progress through data and technology, ensuring sustainable development for a more resilient future.
