Shopian, Aug 1: Deputy Commissioner (DC) Shopian, Shishir Gupta on Saturday released the District Statistical Handbook Shopian 2024–25 at a function held here at Mini- Secretariat, Shopian. He appreciated the efforts of the District Statistics & Evaluation Office, Shopian and acknowledged the cooperation of all line departments in providing quality data for the publication. District Statistics & Evaluation Officer, Shopian, informed that the Handbook has been aligned with the District Good Governance Index (DGGI) framework and incorporates the latest available statistical data across major developmental sectors. She expressed gratitude to the District Administration and all stakeholder departments for their support in the successful compilation of the publication. The District Statistical Handbook 2024–25 is expected to benefit government departments, policymakers, researchers, academicians, students, development professionals and other stakeholders by providing a reliable and comprehensive statistical profile of the district.