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timely, and internationally comparable data, the survey will greatly contribute to informed decision- making, effective resource allocation, and continuous monitoring of development indicators at both national and global levels. National Strategy for the Development of Statistics (NSDS) 2025–2030: PBS Reviews and Updates Strategy The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), is reviewing the National Strategy for the Development of Statistics (NSDS) 2021–2030 to update it in line with evolving realities, including digital technologies and artificial intelligence. The review aims to ensure Pakistan’s statistical system is modern, efficient, and aligned with international best practices while remaining practical for local implementation.
To advance this effort, the Population Census Section organized a Technical Committee meeting on NSDS, chaired by Dr. Naeem-uz-Zafar at the National Census Coordination Center (N3C), PBS Headquarters, Islamabad. The main agenda was to discuss the implementation plan of the revised NSDS 2025–2030. During the meeting, Mr. Sufian Abu Harb, UNFPA International Consultant, presented Pakistan’s current data culture, highlighting challenges in data governance, accessibility, capacity gaps, and the digital divide. He emphasized that rapid developments in big data and AI reduce the suitability of traditional statistics, reinforcing the need to revise the NSDS. He outlined the six pillars of the revised Strategy, proposed implementation approaches, and budget allocations by pillar and year. Dr. Naeem-uz-Zafar (SI) noted that while the Strategy provides clear direction, it remains largely top-down; operational realities require a practical, bottom-up approach. Micro-level implementation steps need further detail, and international practices must be adapted to Pakistan’s institutional context. Ms. Rabia, DDG (PCS/HIES), explained that the proposed Coordination Committee and Working Groups will refine practical implementation pathways to achieve the Strategy’s objectives. The Committee identified the National Quality Assurance Framework (NQAF) as a priority, discussing phased implementation starting with PBS and later extending to other institutions. Data utilization indicators and user feedback surveys were recognized as practical tools to identify gaps and improve performance. The meeting concluded that the Committee will continue reviewing the implementation plan and communicate any changes to the consultant for incorporation into the final NSDS document. This initiative reflects PBS’s commitment to building a modern, high-quality statistical system to support evidence-based policymaking and sustainable development in Pakistan. .. ..
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Inflation Situation During Oct-Dec, 2025) Pakistan Bureau of Statistics is the National Statistical Office, responsible for collection, compilation and dissemination of Wholesale & Retail prices and indices to measure inflation in the country. National Consumer Price Index (NCPI), Urban Consumer Price Index (UCPI), Rural Consumer Price Index (RPI) and Wholesale Price Index (WPI) are computed regularly on monthly and Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI) on weekly basis. The monthly review on price indices and report on weekly SPI are also published on PBS official website http://www.pbs.gov.pk. The monthly inflationary situation in Pakistan during Oct-Dec, 2025 is given in Table-1, the Core Inflation in Table-2, quarterly inflationary situation in Table-3. Table-1 gives the snapshot of yearly (YoY) and monthly inflation rates (MoM) for General, Food and Non-Food Groups at National, Urban and Rural domains along with SPI and WPI. Table-1: Average General Inflation trend (%) (Base 2015-16)
The yearly General (YoY) and monthly (MoM) inflation rates are also graphically shown in Figures 1and 2 for National, Urban and Rural level. .. .. 28TH ISSUE OF PBS NEWS BULLETIN Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 22
Table-2 gives the glimpse of yearly (YoY) and monthly (MoM) Core Inflation rates of Urban & Rural domains. Table-2: Average Core Inflation (%) (Base 2015-16) Non-Food & Non Energy
Monthly Urban Rural YoY MoM YoY MoM 2025 Oct 7.52 1.12 8.40 1.27 2025 Nov 6.63 0.32 8.20 0.53 2025 Dec 6.94 0.45 8.10 0.56 Change (%) (Oct-Dec,2025) 7.03 8.86 8.23 10.34 The yearly (YoY) and monthly (MoM) Core Inflation rates of Urban & Rural are also graphically shown in Figures 3 and 4. .. ..
Table-3 indicates the cumulative indices along with percentage change for the Twelve (12) major groups at National, Urban and Rural level. Table-3: Cumulative Indices and Inflation rates (%) [Jul-Dec, 2025] (Base 2015-16)
Group NATIONAL URBAN RURAL Weight (%) Jul-Dec 2025- 26 Jul- Dec 2024- 25 Weight (%) Weight (%) Jul- Dec 2025- 26 Jul- Dec 2024- 25 Weight (%) Weight (%) Jul- Dec 2025- 26 Jul- Dec 2024- 25 Change (%) General 100.00 276.88 263.31 5.15 100.00 273.61 260.01 5.23 100.00 281.81 268.30 5.04 Food & non-alcoholic Beverages 34.58 288.92 280.29 3.08 30.42 286.32 278.96 2.64 40.87 291.85 281.78 3.58 Non-perishable food items 29.60 291.48 276.64 5.36 25.97 289.21 275.77 4.88 35.08 294.01 277.62 5.90 Perishable food items 4.99 273.77 301.93 -9.33 4.46 269.48 297.59 -9.45 5.79 278.75 306.97 -9.19 Alcoholic Beverages, Tobacco 1.02 398.50 384.24 3.71 0.85 421.24 406.61 3.60 1.28 375.57 361.68 3.84 Clothing and footwear 8.60 266.52 247.85 7.53 8.01 256.68 239.28 7.27 9.48 279.06 258.78 7.84 Housing, Water, Elec., Gas & other fuels 23.63 249.71 238.46 4.72 27.03 259.36 244.75 5.97 18.49 228.41 224.59 1.70 Furnishing & HH equipment maintenance 4.10 281.12 271.24 3.64 4.09 270.94 261.08 3.78 4.10 296.43 286.55 3.45 Health 2.79 280.54 256.00 9.59 2.31 281.68 259.88 8.39 3.51 279.41 252.14 10.81 Transport 5.91 319.34 305.57 4.51 6.14 314.30 300.70 4.52 5.56 327.75 313.69 4.48 Communication 2.21 135.50 134.79 0.52 2.35 138.86 138.35 0.37 1.99 129.51 128.45 0.82 Recreation and culture 1.59 265.68 274.14 -3.09 1.73 249.93 259.29 -3.61 1.38 295.57 302.32 -2.23 Education 3.79 223.22 202.52 10.22 4.88 216.01 196.91 9.70 2.13 248.13 221.91 11.81 Restaurants and hotels 6.92 292.95 275.56 6.31 7.41 287.18 271.77 5.67 6.19 303.38 282.42 7.42 Misc. goods and services 4.87 345.37 296.11 16.64 4.77 334.20 287.55 16.22 5.02 361.42 308.40 17.19 28TH ISSUE OF PBS NEWS BULLETIN Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 23 .. ..
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The yearly General and Special inflation rates (YoY) are also graphically sketched in Figures 5-7 for National, Urban and Rural level. .. .. 28TH ISSUE OF PBS NEWS BULLETIN Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 25
Summary of Provisional Quantum Index Numbers of Large-Scale Manufacturing Industries (QIM) The provisional quantum indices of Large-Scale Manufacturing Industries (LSMI) for November 2025 with base year 2015-16 have been developed on the basis of latest data supplied by the source agencies. The indices for November 2025 and July-November 2025-26 along with growth are as follows: - • QIM estimated for November 2025 is 118.28. • The LSMI output increased by 10.37% for November 2025 when compared with November, 2024 and 0.16% when compared with October, 2025. • QIM estimated for July-November, 2025-26 is 115.72. • Overall Large-Scale Manufacturing Sector has shown a growth of 6.01% during July- November 2025-26 when compared with the same period of last year.
Monthly Indices and Growth Jul-Nov 2025-26 Index for Growth Index for Growth Nov-25 Nov-24 Oct-25 MOM YOY 2025-26 2024-25 2025-26 118.28 107.17 118.09 0.16 10.37 115.72 109.65 6.01 2. The growth of important items/group of items is as follows.
Manufacturing Sector Weight % Change November-25 Jul-Nov2025-26 Cotton Yarn 8.88 0.68 1.92 Cotton Cloth 7.29 0.15 0.24 Garments 6.08 18.43 7.14 Petroleum Products 6.66 43.66 18.06 Fertilizers 3.93 1.22 0.43 Cement 4.65 8.74 13.47 Iron & Steel 3.45 -5.99 -3.80 Automobile 3.10 61.35 75.15 3. The main contributors towards overall growth of 6.01% are Food (0.47), Tobacco (0.06), Textile (0.32) Garments (1.24), Paper & Board (0.07), Petroleum Products (1.29), Chemicals (-0.12), Pharmaceuticals (-0.34), Cement (0.78), Iron & Steel Products (-0.17), Electrical Equipment (0.22), Machinery and Equipment (-0.05), Automobiles (1.77), Other transport Equipment (0.24), and Furniture (-0.19). 4. Month-wise trend of QIM from October, 2023 to November, 2025 is given in the following graph: .. ..
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The sectors showing growth during July-November 2025-26 compared to July-November 2024-25 are given below: -
Manufacturing Sector Weight (%) Change 2024-25 (%) Change 2025-26 YOY Growth Impact 2025-26 Nov Jul-Nov Nov Jul-Nov Monthly Cumulative Food 10.69 (0.26) 1.65 0.70 3.43 0.11 0.47 Beverages 3.84 (4.76) (1.47) 32.61 5.88 1.13 0.27 Tobacco 2.07 22.58 30.85 8.56 3.44 0.14 0.06 Textile 18.16 1.04 2.29 2.52 1.77 0.46 0.32 Wearing Apparel 6.08 (5.67) 11.49 18.43 7.14 2.91 1.24 Paper & Board 1.63 1.51 2.70 (1.37) 2.96 (0.04) 0.07 Coke & Petroleum Products 6.66 (-16.03) (2.34) 43.66 18.06 2.94 1.29 Rubber Products 0.24 4.96 (1.76) 6.10 10.79 0.01 0.02 Non-Metallic Mineral Products 5.01 (9.91) (14.00) 7.30 12.26 0.50 0.77 Fabricated Metal 0.42 (17.51) (23.20) 13.37 9.88 0.05 0.03 Computer, electronics and Opti- cal products 0.03 1.72 0.37 0.94 1.45 0.00 0.00 Electrical Equipment 2.05 (13.96) (20.02) 16.66 8.32 0.44 0.22 Automobiles 3.10 89.06 50.17 61.35 75.15 1.57 1.77 Other transport Equipment 0.69 46.27 29.21 42.81 39.16 0.28 0.24 Other Manufacturing (Football) 0.32 (13.33) (8.60) 17.39 25.94 0.07 0.11 .. ..
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- The sectors showing Decline during July-November 2025-26 compared to July-November 2024-25 are given below: -
Manufacturing Sector
Weight (%) Change 2024-25 (%) Change 2025-26 YOY Growth Impact 2025-26
Nov
Jul-Nov
Nov
Jul-Nov
Monthly
Cumulative Leather Products 1.23 1.23 0.09 (2.35) 0.23 (0.02) 0.00 Wood Products 0.18 (7.68) (0.61) 0.17 (1.13) 0.00 (0.00) Chemicals 6.48 (7.04) (1.36) 0.60 (1.35) 0.05 (0.12) Chemicals Products 2.55 (9.82) (6.78) (0.49) (4.54) (0.01) (0.14) Fertilizers 3.93 (5.38) 1.94 1.22 0.43 0.06 0.02 Pharmaceuticals 5.15 1.21 1.88 0.33 (5.31) 0.02 (0.34)
Iron & Steel Products
3.45
(11.25)
(12.19)
(5.99)
(3.80)
(0.28)
(0.17) Machinery and Equipment 0.39 (5.40) (43.09) (16.37) (13.30) (0.09) (0.05)
Furniture
0.51
(53.25)
(59.14)
6.33
(12.04)
0.10
(0.19) Fabricated Metal 0.42 (17.51) (23.20) 13.37 9.88 0.05 0.03 Computer, electronics and Opti- cal products
0.03
1.72
0.37
0.94
1.45
0.00
0.00 Electrical Equipment 2.05 (13.96) (20.02) 16.66 8.32 0.44 0.22 Automobiles 3.10 89.06 50.17 61.35 75.15 1.57 1.77
Other transport Equipment
0.69
46.27
29.21
42.81
39.16
0.28
0.24
Other Manufacturing (Football)
0.32
(13.33)
(8.60)
17.39
25.94
0.07
0.11 7. The production in July-November 2025-26 as compared to July -November2024-25 has increased in Food, Beverages, Tobacco, Textile, wearing apparel, Paper & Board, Coke & Petroleum Products, Rubber Products, Non Metallic Mineral Products, Fabricated Metal, Computer, electronics and Optical Products, Electrical Equipment, Automobiles and Other Transport Equipment while it Decreased in Leather Products, Wood Products, Chemical Products, Pharmaceuticals, Iron & Steel Products, Machinery and Equipment, and Furniture. .. .. 28TH ISSUE OF PBS NEWS BULLETIN Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 28
LIST OF RETIRED EMPLOYEES (OCTOBER TO DECEMBER 2025)
S No NAME DESIGNATION BS DATED OF RETIRMENT STATION 1 MUHAMMAD KHAN Lower Division Clerk 11 01.10.2025 Islamabad 2 MUHAMMAD TARIQ Statistical Officer 17 03.10.2025 Sargodha 3 NISAR AHMED LARIK Lower Division Clerk 11 08.10.2025 Karachi 4 AZIZ AHMAD Upper Division Clerk 13 10.10.2025 Islamabad 5 MUNAZA PERVEEN Data Entry Operator 15 10.10.2025 Lahore 6 SYED SHAFIQ HUSSAIN Assistant Private Secretary 17 11.10.2025 Karachi 7 GHULAM YASIN Data Entry Operator 15 25.10.2025 Lahore 8 MUHAMMAD MUNIR Statistical Officer 17 01.11.2025 Islamabad 9 ZULFIQAR AHMED Statistical Officer 17 12.11.2025 Faisalabad 10 ZAFAR IQBAL Upper Division Clerk 13 15.11.2025 Lahore 11 NASEER AHMED Chowkidar 5 18.11.2025 Khuzdar 12 MUHAMMAD ZUBAIR Deputy Census Commissioner 18 23.11.2025 Vehari 13 ABDUL SALAM Assistant Supervisor (DP) 15 01.12.2025 Lahore 14 MUHAMMAD AKBAR Assistant Ministerial 16 05.12.2025 Quetta 15 SYED LAL HUSSAIN SHAH Upper Division Clerk 13 07.12.2025 Lahore 16 GULFRAZ KHAN Daftary 5 15.12.2025 Islamabad 17 MUHAMMAD YOUNUS Statistical Officer 17 15.12.2025 Karachi 18 MUHAMMAD SIDDIQUE Assistant Private Secretary 16 15.12.2025 Karachi 19 GEORGE MASIH Sanitary Worker 5 20.12.2025 Lahore 20 ASHIR BASHIR JOHN Cartographer 15 27.12.2025 Lahore 21 ATTIQ-UR-REHMAN Deputy Director General 20 30.12.2025 Islamabad LIST OF DECEASED EMPLOYEES (OCTOBER TO DECEMBER 2025)
S No NAME DESIGNATION BS DIED ON DATED STATION 1 SAFDAR ABBAS Junior Draftsman 12 30.11.2025 Multan 2 MUHAMMAD NAVEED AHMED Chief Statistical Officer 18 28.12.2025 Gujranwala .. ..