MoSPI and Pehle India Foundation Sign MoU

  • 09 Oct 2026

On October 8, 2026, the National Statistical Office (NSO) of the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with New Delhi-based Pehle India Foundation (PIF) to strengthen cooperation in official statistics, research, and data analysis.

Key Facts

  • Objective of the MoU: The MoU provides a broad framework for cooperation between MoSPI and Pehle India Foundation in areas of mutual interest, including research, data analysis, capacity development, and knowledge exchange.
  • Areas of Cooperation: Collaboration will be strengthened in official statistics, research, data analysis, capacity building, and knowledge sharing; specific collaborative activities will be guided by MoSPI's priorities.
  • Signatories: The MoU was signed by Ms. Sunitha Bhaskar, Additional Director General of MoSPI, and Mr. Ravi Pokharna, Executive Director of Pehle India Foundation.