Planning, Programme Monitoring and Statistics Department, Karnataka

The Planning, Programme Monitoring and Statistics Department is the apex body responsible for formulating Karnataka’s development strategies and monitoring their implementation. It coordinates state planning processes, prepares the annual Economic Survey, and oversees the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) framework. The department also manages district-level planning, evaluates government schemes, and supports data-driven governance through its statistical divisions. It houses key agencies like the Karnataka State Policy and Planning Commission and the Directorate of Economics and Statistics. Through initiatives like e-Yojane and Akanksha, it promotes transparency, innovation, and citizen engagement in planning.