World Statistics Day is celebrated annually on October 20 in several countries around the world. This international event is celebrated once in every 5 years. It was last celebrated in 2020 and will now be celebrated in 2025, i.e. next year. Established by the United Nations, the day aims to highlight the importance of statistics in our daily lives and to promote the use of reliable and timely data for decision-making and development. The global event highlights the critical role that statistical data plays in understanding societal issues and making informed decisions in various fields, including health, education, economics, and the environment. Scroll down to know more about the global event that is marked once in every five years.

World Statistics Day 2024 Date and Theme

World Statistics Day 2024 falls on October 20. This year, the theme is "Connecting the world with data we can trust."

World Statistics Day History

In February 2010, the United Nations Statistical Commission at its 41st Session, proposed celebrating October 20, 2010 as World Statistics Day (Decision 41/109). Acknowledging that the production of reliable, timely statistics and indicators of countries’ progress is indispensable for informed policy decisions and monitoring implementation of the Millennium Development Goals, the General Assembly adopted a resolution 64/267 on June 3, 2010, which officially designated October 20, 2010 as the first ever World Statistics Day. In 2015, with resolution 96/282, the General Assembly decided to designate October 20, 2015 as the World Statistics Day. Since then, World Statistics Day is celebrated every five years on October 20. October 2024 Festivals, Events and Holidays Calendar: Complete List of Important National and International Days and Dates.

World Statistics Day Significance

World Statistics Day serves as a reminder of the value of statistical information in understanding the world around us and the importance of using reliable data for personal and societal advancement. By promoting the responsible use of statistics, the day aims to educate individuals and organisations to make informed decisions based on evidence. On this day, various activities are organised globally, including conferences, seminars, workshops, and social media campaigns to raise awareness about the importance of statistics and data.

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