<h1>Experts Convene in Delhi to Explore Integrating PDS Items into Consumer Price Index for Accurate Welfare Measurement.</h1> The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) held a brainstorming session in Delhi on November 20, 2024, to discuss the inclusion of Public Distribution System (PDS) items in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) compilation. Around 100 participants, including economists and government officials, attended. Presentations covered methodologies for capturing PDS items in surveys and the complexities of integrating free PDS items into CPI calculations. Key takeaways included the need for further consultations, examining international practices, and enhancing statistical literacy. The session highlighted the importance of robust methodologies to accurately reflect welfare measures in CPI calculations.