MoSPI is revising the CPI base, proposing monthly rent data collection for both urban and rural areas to enhance inflation accuracy.

• The new methodology aims to include rural housing data, marking a shift from the current urban-only housing index compilation system.
• Monthly rent data collection will replace the current six-monthly urban survey to reflect real-time price movements more accurately.
• MoSPI invites feedback from experts, ministries, and institutions on the proposed methodology for a more representative and inclusive CPI series.