Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) unveiled new logo and mascot named “सांख्यिकी (Sankhyiki)” to modernise its institutional identity, strengthen public outreach, and promote data-driven governance and transparency. The initiative reinforces the role of official statistics in policy formulation and nation-building.
Objectives of New Identity
- Promote the theme “Data for Development”.
- Make statistics accessible, relatable, and trustworthy.
- Encourage greater public participation in surveys.
- Improve transparency, accuracy, and credibility of India’s statistical ecosystem.
- Strengthen evidence-based policymaking and citizen trust in official data.
Key Features- New MoSPI Logo
The logo visually represents truth, transparency, governance, and economic relevance of statistics.
Design Elements
- Ashoka Chakra: Symbolises truth, transparency, and good governance.
- Rupee Symbol (₹): Highlights the role of statistics in economic planning, budgeting, and policymaking.
- Numerical & Data Elements: Represent modern statistical science and digital data ecosystems.
- Upward Growth Bar: Indicates progress enabled by reliable and evidence-based data.
- National Colour Palette (Saffron, White, Green, Deep Blue): Signifies growth, sustainability, stability, and knowledge.
Theme Highlighted
- Reflects “Data for Development”
- Emphasises the role of statistics in India’s economic and social progress.
Mascot- “सांख्यिकी (Sankhyiki)”
- A citizen-centric character designed to:
- simplify complex statistical concepts
- communicate through visual and easy-to-understand formats
- Will be used across:
- surveys and awareness campaigns
- educational programmes
- digital platforms and public events
- Aims to make statistics more engaging and relatable to the public.
Significance of Initiative
- Builds public confidence in official statistics through consistent communication.
- Encourages higher survey participation and improves data quality.
- Supports transparent, accountable, and data-led governance.
- Enhances the visibility of MoSPI’s role in national development and policy monitoring.
About MoSPI- Institutional Role
- Nodal ministry for official statistics in India
Responsible for data collection, compilation, analysis, and dissemination. - Supports evidence-based policymaking and development planning.
- Surveys are conducted using scientific sampling methods to ensure credibility.
Formation
- Became an independent ministry on 15 October 1999
after merger of:- Department of Statistics
- Department of Programme Implementation
Organisational Structure
1) Department of Statistics
- National Statistical Office (NSO)
- Computer Centre
2) Department of Programme Implementation
Divisions:
- Twenty Point Programme (TPP)
- Infrastructure Monitoring & Project Monitoring
- Members of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS)
Autonomous Bodies & Institutions
- National Statistical Commission (NSC)
- Established 12 July 2006 (based on Rangarajan Commission recommendation)
- Indian Statistical Institute (ISI)
- Declared Institute of National Importance by Act of Parliament
MoSPI places strong emphasis on coverage, reliability, and quality of statistical outputs in India.
Key Facts
- NSO conducts large national surveys such as Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS), Household Consumption Expenditure Survey, etc.
- Statistics are critical inputs for:
- GDP estimation
- inflation measurement
- social sector monitoring
- infrastructure planning
- Strengthening statistical governance aligns with:
- UN Fundamental Principles of Official Statistics
- Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) monitoring framework