SEP pide no publicar información en materia educativa al INEGI; IMCO critica la petición
The Mexican Ministry of Education has ordered the cessation of periodic educational statistical publications by INEGI, claiming that the data lacks methodological rigor. This decision effectively removes educational data from its status as Information of National Interest, halting its regular generation and dissemination. The move raises serious concerns about transparency and the accessibility of public records necessary for societal oversight. Without reliable, periodic data, the government loses a critical tool for designing evidence-based educational policies. IMCO warns that this void undermines the quality of the entire education system, as authorities can no longer rely on verified indicators to identify problems or measure progress. Consequently, improvements in teaching and infrastructure may stagnate due to a lack of factual grounding in decision-making processes. This situation is highly relevant to open data because it highlights the fragility of institutional commitments to transparency. It demonstrates how political or administrative changes can easily dismantle open information frameworks, directly impacting citizens' right to access. Ensuring that independent bodies maintain oversight and publication of public data is essential for preventing such regressions and guaranteeing accountability in public administration.
Source: vanguardia.com.mxPublished on 2023-04-19