Archive · 27 Sep 2025
Govt. Seeks Public Feedback on Draft Indian Statistical Institute Bill
The Indian government is asking for your input on a new law for the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI).
This institute is a big deal in India, known for its work in statistics and research.
The government wants to update the current law to make the ISI better.
They're planning on this to prepare for ISI's 100th birthday in 2031.
This new draft law aims to improve the way ISI is run, making sure it’s excellent, independent, and responsible.
You can read the draft bill online and give your opinions to the government.
The government wants to know what you think about the changes.
The Ministry of Statistics released the draft Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2025.
Public consultation on the draft bill began September 25.
The ISI was founded in December 1931 and is an Institution of National Importance.
The draft bill proposes a revamped governance structure.
Suggestions for the bill can be sent until October 24.
- Who
- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
- What
- Released a draft of the Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2025, for public consultation.
- When
- Consultation began September 25, with a deadline of October 24.
- Where
- The draft bill and comment format are available on the MoSPI website.
- Why
- To update the existing ISI Act and strengthen governance.
- Ministry
- Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
- Bill Name
- Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2025
- Consultation Start Date
- September 25
- Comment Submission Deadline
- October 24
- ISI's Founding Date
- December 1931
- ISI's Status
- Institution of National Importance (INI)