Awantipora, June 29: The Department of Mathematical Sciences, Islamic University of Science and Technology (IUST), in collaboration with Mantaqui Memorial Wakf Higher Secondary School organized Workshop-cum-Awareness Programme to commemorate National Statistics Day 2026.
The programme aimed to promote statistical literacy and create awareness about the growing significance of statistics, mathematics, and data analytics in research, policymaking, and national development. Addressing the participants, Dr. Peer Bilal Ahmad, Head, Department of Mathematical Sciences, highlighted the legacy of Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis and elaborated on this year's theme, "Unlocking the Potential of Administrative Data," underscoring its role in evidence-based governance and sustainable development.
Dr. Bilal Ahmad Para, Assistant Professor, delivered an engaging session on the transformative role of data analytics across diverse sectors, inspiring students to explore emerging opportunities in the data-driven world. The workshop had active enthusiastic participation from students and faculty and concluded with an interactive discussion.
Issued by PR&MC, IUST
