<h1>Ministry launches training academy website and revamped micro-data portal with 175 socio-economic surveys</h1> The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation organized a conference on strengthening statistical systems in April 2025, focusing on producing accurate and timely statistics at national and sub-national levels. The ministry regularly conducts training workshops with state governments to improve data collection standards and compilation methods. Recent developments include incorporating district-level estimates in major surveys and introducing state participation provisions for annual district-level indicator generation. During the conference, several initiatives were launched including an annual publication on gender indicators, a training academy website, and a revamped micro-data portal hosting over 175 socio-economic surveys. The ministry also assists states by participating in committees for indicator preparation and facilitates targeted policy formulation through enhanced sub-state level statistical capabilities.