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India’s agricultural transformation has been shaped by visionary scientists, and among them stands Padma Shri Dr. Ashok Kumar, one of the country’s most influential agricultural researchers and a pioneer of modern Basmati rice improvement.Widely known as the “Basmati King of India,” Dr. Ashok Kumar developed several landmark Basmati rice varieties, including the globally acclaimed Pusa Basmati 1121, helping millions of farmers improve productivity, profitability and sustainability.In this exclusive conversation, Dr. Ashok Kumar Singh shares his remarkable journey in agricultural science, the story behind India’s Basmati revolution, the future of rice research, sustainable farming, climate-resilient agriculture, and the role of innovation in strengthening farmers’ livelihoods.
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