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27) Data storage and accessibility

The unit level data used for computation of PDI and the PDI scores should be electronically stored so that a time
series analysis can be drawn in subsequent years.

28) Recognition and remuneration for data collection

Importance of data collection and effort in it to be recognized by providing the remuneration for the work regularly
done (e.g., As given for MA survey and any surveys and data collection). Additionally in the initial phases, as the
process is new and involvement of GP has to be brought in, those GPs that do a very thorough work in this can be
recognized with certificates and medals (Census work done is recognized by the Government of India giving a

medal to the district).

29) Piloting the entire process from data collection to PDI and its analysis
Take up a pilot exercise in each State to go through the process of data collection using the application developed

for the purpose, and present its outcome to the GPs involved.

The data collection process must be through a proper and fixed timeline.

30) Capacity building
1. Capacity building is critical in all aspects of the PDI, understanding its use, using of the Thematic scores and

Indicator scores in planning and action at Gram Panchayat level with participation of all stakeholders.
2. Capacity building of local level functionaries & sensitize them regarding other areas of development like

Health, Education, Agriculture, etc.

3. PDI processes needs to be built in into multiple and different on-going activities, training programmes,
workshops etc.

4. Standing Committees/Scheme Committee/Theme Committee of the GP need to be strengthened and
capacitated on their roles & responsibilities for preparation of theme-based GPDP, using the LIF.

5. Capacity building to be done for States’ pilot teams who would anchor the entire process of data collection for
each State.

6. Training module, guidelines, etc., for taking up the pilot exercise also to be developed in local language, in
addition to all aspects of PDI, LIF, holistic development, data analysis etc.

7. The capacity building and training of the facilitators on the GPDP preparation process would need to be fully
oriented to the thematic framework and they should be immersed in the process. A module for training on PDI
and data collection can be included in Panchayats’ and relevant line departments’ training modules. Also,

training on how to analyze PDI data and include its inputs in preparation of GPDP, VPRP can be given.

31) Frequency of data collection
Beyond just annual data collection for arriving at the PDI, frequency of data collection (Real-time - Monthly -
Quarterly- half yearly- annually-any other) to be clearly identified to provide progress checks and make it

actionable for Gram Panchayat.

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