The Assembly of El Alto has formally challenged the results of the 2024 Census, submitting specific questions to the National Institute of Statistics regarding the methodology used to calculate population growth. Local authorities express deep skepticism, noting that the recorded increase appears inconsistent with observable urban expansion and service demands, which suggests a potential undercounting of residents. The primary concern centers on the lack of transparent technical parameters and indicators behind the projections. City officials are demanding a clear justification for the figures and propose a random audit of census ballots to verify accuracy. They emphasize that any decision to reject the data depends entirely on the statistical agency’s ability to provide a robust, technical explanation for the discrepancies. This situation is highly relevant to open data initiatives, as it highlights the critical importance of methodological transparency and public trust in official statistics. It demonstrates how contested data can lead to calls for independent verification processes, reinforcing the need for accessible, reproducible methodologies to ensure that public records accurately reflect demographic realities and support effective governance.
Source: erbol.com.boPublished on 2024-09-05
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