<h1>MoSPI and IIMA Partner to Boost Data-Driven Policymaking with New MoU on Public Data Innovation</h1> The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) and the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) held a workshop on 'Emerging Trends in Public Data and Technology for Research and Policy' to enhance data-driven policymaking in India. The event featured discussions on leveraging public data, emerging technologies, and academic collaborations to address policy challenges. A key outcome was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between MoSPI and IIMA to foster data innovation and strengthen the national statistical ecosystem. The collaboration aims to integrate public data with technology, ensuring evidence-based policy development and advancing MoSPI's commitment to innovation and inclusivity.