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Date: 25 July 2025
Traditionally, 25 July is celebrated as Statistics Day in Georgia.
The date marks the establishment of the country’s first statistical service on July 25, 1919, which laid the foundation for the development of Georgia’s modern statistical system. In 2025, the day is particularly significant, as it marks two key anniversaries: the National Statistics Office of Georgia (Geostat) celebrates its 106th anniversary, and the Department of Economic and Social Statistics at Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University marks its 100th anniversary.
To celebrate these achievements Geostat hosted a formal event attended by the representatives of Government agencies, Academia, and partner organizations.
Mr. Gogita Todradze, Executive Director of Geostat delivered open remarks to the audience. Distinguished guests delivered remarks during the event Mr. Levan Zhorzholiani, Head of the Administration of Government of Georgia; and Professor Mr. Vladimer Papava, Academician and Professor at the Faculty of Economics and Business at TSU.
Mr. Gogita Todradze congratulated audience on Geostat’s 106th anniversary and presented Geostat achievements, ongoing initiatives, and future plans. He expressed his sincere appreciation to Geostat staff for their professionalism and commitment—it is essential in producing reliable statistical data and supporting the country’s development.
Special recognition was addressed to persons and organizations actively involved in the 2024 Population and Agricultural Census. Certificates of appreciation were presented to employees and partner institutions for their valuable contributions to the 2024 Population Census's successful implementation.
In the framework of the event, Professor Simon Gelashvili, Head of the Department of Economic and Social Statistics at TSU, delivered a presentation emphasizing the department’s hundred-year history. He mentioned the evolution of statistical education in Georgia, department’s role in educating skilled professionals, and its efforts to foster international cooperation. In his speech, Professor Gelashvili highlighted important role of reliable statistical data in ensuring the country development and enabling evidence-based decision-making.
