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MoSPI Unveils New Logo and Mascot ‘Sankhyiki’ in New Delhi under Data for Development
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) unveils a new logo and its first-ever official mascot ‘Sankhyiki (सांख्यिकी)’ in New Delhi, Delhi, in 2026. The launch aligns with the theme “Data for Development” and provides for strengthening public outreach and trust in official statistics for evidence-based policymaking and governance.
MoSPI New Logo and Mascot ‘Sankhyiki’ (2026)
| Dimension | Key Details |
|---|---|
| Authority | Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) |
| Current trigger | Unveils a new logo and official mascot ‘Sankhyiki (सांख्यिकी)’ in New Delhi |
| Theme | “Data for Development” |
| Stated objectives of the initiative | Provides for modernising MoSPI’s institutional identity, strengthening public outreach, and reinforcing trust in official statistics |
| New logo: core symbols and elements | Ashoka Chakra; Indian Rupee symbol (₹) at the centre; numerical element ९; statistical symbols =, S, and Σ; upward growth bar (↗) |
| New logo: stated symbolism | Ashoka Chakra represents truth, integrity, and good governance; ₹ highlights role of statistics in economic planning, fiscal management, and national growth; integrated elements symbolise modern data systems, analytical rigour, and progress driven by evidence-based insights |
| Colour palette | Saffron, white, green, and deep blue |
| Mascot name | ‘Sankhyiki (सांख्यिकी)’ |
| Mascot: key objective | Simplifying complex statistical concepts and making them relatable and engaging for the general public |
| Mascot: stated usage channels | Applies to National Sample Surveys (NSS), awareness programmes, educational material, digital platforms, and public events |
| MoSPI: role as described | Responsible for ensuring coverage, quality, and credibility of official statistics through scientifically designed surveys and data systems |
| MoSPI: major wings | Statistics Wing and Programme Implementation (PI) Wing |
| Statistics Wing | Known as the National Statistical Office (NSO); coordinates statistical activities across the country and sets statistical standards |
| Programme Implementation Wing | Monitors infrastructure projects and oversees the Member of Parliament Local Area Development Scheme (MPLADS) through divisions including the Infrastructure and Project Monitoring Division (IPMD) |
| Minister in charge | Headed by Minister of State (Independent Charge) Rao Inderjit Singh; represents the Gurgaon constituency in Haryana |