Tarun Karthick
Port Blair, 15 March 2024
Mr. Nikhil Kumar, IAS, Chief Secretary (I/C), of the Andaman & Nicobar (A&N) Administration, officiated the release of the ‘Basic Statistics Handbook 2022-23’ for the region in his chambers on March 14th, 2024. This crucial event was attended by prominent figures including Mr. Arjun Sharma, IAS, Deputy Commissioner South Andaman, Ms. Nandini Maharaj, IAS, Secretary, Statistics (I/C), Mr. Gaurang Mishra, Director (Eco. & Stat.), and Mr. D.S. Clement Stephen, Statistical Officer (HQ), along with the Statistical team.
The annual release of the handbook serves as a vital resource for administrators, planners, stakeholders, research scholars, policymakers, educationalists, government offices, organizations, and the public at large. It encompasses a comprehensive collection of relevant data across various sections and departments of the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.
The Basic Statistics Handbook plays a pivotal role in facilitating decision-making processes and information aggregation across all departments. Serving as a guide to accessing development indicators within the Union Territory, it aids in the overarching planning endeavours for the islands.
The Basic Statistics Handbook 2022-23 is readily accessible through the official website of the A&N Administration via the following URL: http://andssw1.and.nic.in/ecostat/basic_statistics2122.php.
Expressing gratitude, the Director (Eco. & Stat.) extended thanks to all departments of the A&N Administration for their cooperative efforts in the publication of this significant handbook.
This unveiling marks a crucial milestone in the continued efforts towards data transparency, informed decision-making, and sustainable development across the Andaman & Nicobar Islands.