Accurate information on various sectors, including population, agriculture, industry, employment, education, health and poverty, plays an important role in formulating the country's development plans. Based on such information, it is possible to assess the progress of the government's development activities and determine future plans.

The Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics (BBS) is responsible for collecting, compiling and publishing the country's official statistics. Through population census, agriculture census, various economic surveys and national income-related data, the agency reflects the country's overall situation.

At present, the importance of accurate, timely and impartial statistics is increasing to ensure development planning and good governance. In this regard, it is essential to modernize data collection, use technology and ensure the quality and credibility of statistics.

The significance of National Statistics Day is to highlight the importance of a data-based approach in development planning and decision-making and to raise public awareness about the use of official statistics.