The Data Storytelling extension transforms CKAN into a comprehensive platform for creating interactive data stories, enabling users to build compelling narratives around datasets through multimedia integration, interactive visualizations, and structured storytelling workflows that enhance data communication and public engagement with data-driven content. This innovative extension provides intuitive story creation interfaces with drag-and-drop functionality, rich text editing, and seamless integration of datasets, charts, maps, and multimedia content to create engaging data narratives. The system supports multiple story formats including scrolling narratives, interactive dashboards, and guided data explorations with customizable templates and responsive design for optimal viewing across devices. Advanced features include collaborative story editing, version control for story content, and publication workflows with review and approval processes for quality assurance. The extension provides comprehensive visualization integration with automatic chart generation from datasets, interactive map embedding, and custom widget creation for specialized data presentation needs. Administrative tools include story template management, content moderation capabilities, and analytics tracking for story engagement and impact measurement. Integration capabilities extend to external multimedia services, social media platforms, and content management systems for comprehensive digital storytelling ecosystems. The system supports multi-language story creation, accessibility features for inclusive storytelling, and SEO optimization for enhanced story discoverability. Performance optimizations ensure fast loading times for multimedia-rich stories, efficient content caching, and mobile-optimized delivery for diverse audience access. Essential for organizations seeking to improve data communication, government agencies enhancing public engagement with policy data, journalism organizations creating data-driven content, and educational institutions where compelling data presentation, public understanding, and narrative-driven data exploration are critical for effective knowledge transfer and civic engagement through accessible, engaging data stories.