India’s Ministry of Statistics expands access to government data through the official GoIStats app
India’s National Statistical Office provides mobile access to social and economic indicators through the official GoIStats app. This free app gives users access to official news, publications, infographics, and the schedule of upcoming data releases—all in one place.
Highlights
- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation launched the GoIStats app, making official statistical information more accessible and user-friendly for mobile users.
- The GoIStats app brings the NSO’s latest news, reports, and announcements, along with its advance release calendar, to mobile users.
- The free GoIStats platform could provide broad access to reliable government data on mobile devices and encourage its use in research, policy analysis, and business decision-making.
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Access to official statistics on mobile
According to Google Play, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation says GoIStats is the official app of India’s National Statistical Office, developed to make statistical information more accessible and user-friendly. Its aim is to provide on-the-go users with facts that help them understand policy, the economy, and social trends.The app features a simple, smart interface that offers a quick overview of selected socio-economic indicators, news, and publications. Users can also access curated visualizations and infographics, making official statistics easier to understand.
Data release schedule and regional significance
The app also provides the latest updates on official news, reports, and announcements from the National Statistical Office. Its advance release calendar lets users find out when important data and reports are due to be released.This free digital platform could broaden the reach of official statistical information in India, particularly for users seeking fast and reliable government data on mobile devices. It may encourage the use of official statistics in research, policy analysis, education, and business decision-making.
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