Statistics in Belarus originated in the mid-19th century, and the first Vitebsk Provincial Statistical Committee was founded on May 4, 1835. Thus, the state statistics bodies are turning 105 years old, and Vitebsk statistics is already a full 190!

To allow honored guests and participants of the solemn event to immerse themselves in history, a thematic exhibition was presented in the department's hall. Here, one could learn about the equipment previously used for collecting statistical data, as well as familiarize themselves with documents reflecting the past in numbers. Some of them are impossible to read without tears. For example, information about the atrocities of the German fascist invaders, which counted the killed and starved people.

"It is no coincidence that state statistical bodies were created first, and only then the real sector of the economy. After all, it is impossible to make any correct, thoughtful, rational management decision without the large figures and information that you process," said Deputy Chairman of the Regional Executive Committee Anzhelika Nikitina, addressing the industry workers. "99% of the success of the real sector of the economy depends on the complex methodologies, figures, and directions that you oversee today. You fill out thousands of tables, process and verify millions of data points to provide them for assessment and response to various aspects of the region's economic development, budget fulfillment, and improvement of the quality of life of our population."

As noted by the Head of the Main Statistical Department of the Vitebsk Region, Yuri Moskalev, behind accurate official statistics are highly qualified personnel, a friendly, cohesive team of professional statisticians whose main goal is to achieve maximum success in effectively fulfilling assigned tasks with minimal costs.

– In its 105-year history, Belarusian statistics have proven their relevance to a wide range of users and have earned a high level of trust in official statistical information. The well-deserved and fruitful conscientious work of the employees of the Main Department has always been highly valued at all levels, – said Yuri Moskalev. – We have many honorary state awards in our collection: Orders of Honor and Medals for Labor Merits. Our employees have been recognized with commendations from the President, Certificates of Honor and commendations from the Council of Ministers, the Presidential Administration, Belstat, and other significant awards. I am confident that this collection will continue to grow.

Yuri Moskalev was not mistaken; as part of the festive event, employees of the statistical department were presented with Certificates of Honor and commendations from the regional executive committee, the city executive committee, the administrations of the Vitebsk districts, and trade unions. Several individuals were recognized with departmental awards: the badge of distinction "Honorary Worker of State Statistics," a Certificate of Honor from the National Statistical Committee, and also from the regional department.

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