Domestic travel expenditure survey launched in Sivaganga
In his inaugural address, V. Rethinam, Assistant Director, National Sample Survey, spoke about NSS and the various works undertaken by it.
Touching upon the importance of their work in nation development, he said data collected through the surveys played a major role in formulating policies and schemes. Hence, local officials and the general public must extend their cooperation to smoothly conduct them.
Mr. Rethinam said Konthagai village was also selected as a sample village for DTES/NHTS survey.
A. Sundar Anand, Deputy Director, Department of Economics and Statistics, Sivagangai, emphasised the importance of data collections carried out by both State and Union governments. The collected data, which was required for policy-making, was the beginning of any process towards progression.
As part of the programme, tree plantation, a photo exhibition highlighting the achievements and history of NSS and drama performances showcasing NSO surveys and their importance were conducted.
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