Why in News?
- The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the Report of the Expert Committee on Energy Statistics.
Key Details
- The committee was chaired by Dr Rangan Banerjee, Director of IIT Delhi.
- It recommended greater harmonisation of energy data across ministries, including common classifications and conversion factors.
- Major data gaps identified include biofuel consumption, captive and off-grid electricity, and electricity used by electric vehicles.
- The report also recommends closer alignment with international statistical standards.
Exam Connect
- Energy Statistics India → MoSPI’s annual publication on national energy flows and indicators.