NITI Aayog


As NITI Aayog marks a decade of driving India’s development agenda, its flagship initiative, the National Data and Analytics Platform (NDAP), stands as a leader of innovation in the nation’s governance and policymaking landscape. Designed to democratise data accessibility and elevate decision-making, NDAP exemplifies NITI Aayog’s commitment to fostering transparency and evidence-based policymaking.

The National Data and Analytics Platform (NDAP) is a pioneering web-based initiative aimed at transforming access to government data. Aggregating datasets from India’s expansive statistical ecosystem, NDAP simplifies data discovery and analysis through a user-friendly interface that supports seamless searching, merging, visualization, and downloading.


NDAP ensures government datasets are accessible in standardized, machine-readable formats, enabling interoperability and promoting informed decision-making across sectors. As of January 2025, the platform hosts 5,148 datasets spanning 31 sectors and 53 ministries, setting a new standard for data accessibility and usability.

Key Features of NDAP


Accessibility and Interoperability
NDAP revolutionizes data delivery by adhering to rigorous data-sharing standards and mapping datasets to a unified framework based on the Ministry of Panchayati Raj Local Government Directory Code. This approach facilitates cross-sectoral analysis, empowering users to merge datasets from various sources for deeper insights.

High-Quality Datasets
Each dataset on NDAP meets stringent quality benchmarks defined by an in-house 5-star rating framework. This ensures datasets are well-documented, mapped to a common data schema, and thoroughly verified for accuracy.

Interactive and User-centric Tools
NDAP offers interactive tools that allow users to create visualizations, including maps, bar charts, heat maps, and scatter plots, tailored to their analysis needs. The platform prioritizes user experience by incorporating feedback and organizing datasets for intuitive navigation.

Advanced Analysis Tools
With its unique Merge Tool, NDAP allows users to combine up to three datasets for cross-dataset analysis, enabling comprehensive insights into complex policy challenges.

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Strategic Impact

NDAP bridges the gap between data availability and practical application, catalyzing evidence-based policymaking in India. By democratizing access to critical government data, the platform empowers researchers, policymakers, journalists, and businesses to drive informed decisions that address real-world challenges.

As NITI Aayog celebrates 10 years of excellence, NDAP stands as a testament to its vision of leveraging data to empower governance, ensuring transparency, and fostering inclusive development. Visit the NDAP portal to explore its transformative potential and contribute to shaping India’s data-driven future.

 

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