Data-driven governance key to Viksit Bharat, administrative data a strategic national asset: PM's principal secretary

The push for data-driven governance is highlighted as crucial for achieving Viksit Bharat, emphasizing the role of modern statistical reforms and updated macroeconomic indicators. PM's principal secretary underscored that administrative data is now recognized as a strategic national asset, marking a significant shift in how the government plans and executes policies. This move is seen as a pivotal step towards modernizing the statistical ecosystem, which could enhance decision-making and transparency in governance, ultimately benefiting the nation's progress.