The Indian Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has introduced draft guidelines to standardize the compilation of district domestic product (DDP) and state domestic product (SDP) estimates. This initiative aims to improve the reliability and comparability of economic data across various regions. Key aspects of the guidelines include the integration of new data sources such as administrative records and sector-specific databases, as well as the refinement of estimation techniques to better capture emerging sectors, particularly in services and the unincorporated segment. The ministry has also revised the GDP base year from 2011-12 to 2022-23, aligning it with national level estimates for greater accuracy. To ensure methodological consistency, an Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics has been established, chaired by Ravindra H. Dholakia, a former professor at the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad. The committee includes members from state governments, research institutions, and the Reserve Bank of India. Stakeholders are invited to provide feedback on the guidelines by April 27.