Raipur, 13 August 2026:

A seminar on “Rural Entrepreneurship: Innovation, Enterprise and Sustainable Livelihoods” was organised at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya (IGKV), Raipur, on 13 August 2026. Agricultural scientists, faculty members, researchers, students and aspiring entrepreneurs participated in the programme to discuss emerging opportunities in India’s rural and agricultural economy.

Rajeev Singh, Founder of Sansar Green, delivered the keynote address. A leading Indian agripreneur, environmentalist and natural farming expert from Jharkhand, Singh has extensive experience in sustainable agriculture, soil health, bio-inputs, plantation development and rural entrepreneurship. He has also shared practical agricultural knowledge as an expert on All India Radio and Doordarshan.

The programme was held in the presence of Prof. Girish Chandel, Vice-Chancellor of IGKV; Dr. Vivek Kumar Tripathi, Director of Research Services; Dr. S. S. Tuteja, Director of Extension Services; Dr. Arti Guhey, Dean; senior agricultural scientists and faculty members.

Addressing the students, Singh said that rural India should not be viewed merely as a source of agricultural raw materials. Its villages have the potential to become centres of innovation, processing, manufacturing, digital services, value addition and employment generation.

He explained that many farmers apply fertilisers and other agricultural inputs without adequately understanding the nutrient status of their soil. This can increase cultivation costs and adversely affect soil health and crop productivity. Soil testing, location-specific microbial solutions and crop-specific nutrient management can help farmers use inputs more efficiently.

Singh presented Sansar Green’s “Mitti Se Mandi Tak” model, which integrates soil diagnostics, soil- and crop-specific bio-inputs, artificial intelligence-based crop advisory, farmer training, produce collection, value addition and market linkage.

He highlighted the importance of developing beneficial microbial strains suited to local soil and climatic conditions. Agricultural solutions developed for one region may not provide the same results in another. Biofertilisers and biological crop solutions should therefore be selected according to the soil, crop, climate and nutrient requirements of each location.

Discussing opportunities for young entrepreneurs, Singh identified bio-input manufacturing, soil-testing services, nursery development, seed production, grain cleaning and grading, food processing, farm machinery services, digital crop advisory, agricultural logistics, packaging and direct-to-consumer marketing as promising rural business sectors.

He advised students to begin their entrepreneurial journey by identifying genuine problems faced by farmers and developing affordable, practical and scalable solutions. He emphasised that rural enterprises must earn farmers’ confidence through transparent communication, consistent product quality, field demonstrations and measurable results.

An interactive session was also organised during which students raised questions about startup funding, incubation, product development, technology commercialisation, certification, digital marketing and the challenges involved in establishing an agricultural enterprise. Singh shared experiences from his entrepreneurial journey and encouraged students to undertake field visits and interact directly with farmers before preparing their business models.

Prof. Girish Chandel highlighted the important role of agricultural universities in connecting scientific research with farmers, startups and rural industries. He underlined the need for entrepreneurship-oriented agricultural education that can encourage students to become innovators and employment creators.

Dr. S. S. Tuteja discussed the importance of strengthening cooperation among research institutions, agricultural extension services and rural entrepreneurs so that proven technologies can reach farmers more effectively. Dr. Vivek Kumar Tripathi highlighted the need to transform scientific research into practical and commercially viable solutions while maintaining quality and scientific credibility.

The programme concluded with a call for closer collaboration among agricultural universities, scientists, startups, farmers, government institutions and rural communities. The seminar reinforced the message that rural entrepreneurship can create sustainable livelihoods while improving soil health, agricultural productivity, local value addition and farmers’ access to markets.

Photo caption: Rajeev Singh, Founder of Sansar Green, delivering the keynote address during the Seminar on Rural Entrepreneurship at Indira Gandhi Krishi Vishwavidyalaya, Raipur, on 13 August 2026.

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Giridih’s AgriTech initiative reaches a national technology platform

Dhanbad | 9 August 2026

Agricultural innovation from Giridih, Jharkhand, came into focus at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad as Rajeev Singh, entrepreneur and Director of Sansar Green Mission Pvt. Ltd., held a meaningful discussion with Prof. Sukumar Mishra, Director, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, on soil testing, soil health and technology-driven solutions for farmers.

The interaction took place during the 20th Symposium on National Frontiers of Engineering (NatFoE) & Innovation in Manufacturing Practices (IMP) 2026, a national-level gathering that brought together scientists, researchers, academicians, technology experts, industry representatives and innovators from across India.

Soil-testing innovation at the centre of discussion

During the interaction, Rajeev Singh shared the concept of his soil-testing prototype and discussed the need for simple, scientific and practical technologies that can help farmers understand the condition of their soil and its nutrient requirements.

The initiative focuses on making soil assessment more accessible and useful at the farm level. The broader objective is to connect scientific soil information with practical agricultural decision-making.

Focus on farmer-centric technology

The discussion with Prof. Sukumar Mishra covered soil health, technology-enabled agriculture, farmer-centric innovation, research and the possibilities of taking technology from research and development environments to the field.

A key aspect of the discussion was the importance of developing agricultural technology around the actual needs of farmers. Solutions need to be scientifically sound while also being practical, affordable and easy to understand.

Rajeev Singh highlighted that meaningful agricultural innovation begins with identifying real challenges faced by farmers and developing solutions around those challenges.

From Giridih to IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

For Rajeev Singh, the interaction represents an important step in taking an agricultural innovation emerging from Giridih to a national technology ecosystem.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad provided an opportunity to engage with one of India’s prominent technical institutions and discuss the potential of applying technology and scientific knowledge to agricultural challenges.

The participation also highlights the growing potential of Jharkhand’s AgriTech and grassroots innovation ecosystem.

Connecting research with the farmer

The discussion emphasised the importance of creating stronger connections between scientific research, engineering, entrepreneurship and agriculture.

Soil testing can play an important role in helping farmers understand their fields and make better-informed decisions regarding crop nutrition and soil management. Making such information easier to obtain and understand can contribute to more efficient and scientific agricultural practices.

Rajeev Singh’s approach is centred on taking this scientific understanding closer to farmers through practical technology.

A significant interaction for Jharkhand

The participation of a Giridih-based agricultural entrepreneur at a national technology platform such as IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is significant for Jharkhand.

The state has considerable potential in agricultural innovation, AgriTech, sustainable agriculture and farmer-focused entrepreneurship. Interactions between local innovators and leading technical institutions can create opportunities for research, technology development and future collaboration.

The engagement between Prof. Sukumar Mishra and Rajeev Singh reflects the importance of such connections in building solutions that address real agricultural challenges.

Looking ahead

The objective of the soil-testing initiative is to continue developing a practical and scientifically grounded solution that can help farmers better understand their soil and make informed agricultural decisions.

For Rajeev Singh and Sansar Green Mission, the larger vision is to connect science, technology and agriculture in a way that creates tangible value for farmers.

The interaction at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad marks another step in taking Giridih’s agricultural innovation to a wider national platform.

Better understanding of soil. Better nutrition. Better crops. Stronger farmers.

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Soil-testing technology and farmer-centric agricultural solutions discussed at a national innovation platform

Dhanbad | 9 August 2026

Agricultural innovation from Giridih, Jharkhand, reached a prominent national technology platform as Rajeev Singh, Director of Sansar Green Mission Pvt. Ltd., participated in the 20th Symposium on National Frontiers of Engineering and Innovation in Manufacturing Practices 2026 at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

The national symposium brought together scientists, researchers, academicians, technology experts, industry representatives, entrepreneurs and innovators from across India. Participation from leading technical institutions and senior academic and technology leaders made the event an important platform for knowledge exchange, innovation and collaboration.

From Giridih to IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Rajeev Singh’s participation highlighted the growing potential of agricultural innovation emerging from Jharkhand.

Based in Giridih, Singh is working towards connecting scientific knowledge and technology with practical agricultural requirements. His current focus includes soil health, soil testing and farmer-centric agricultural solutions.

During the symposium, he presented the concept of a soil-testing prototype aimed at making soil assessment more practical, accessible and useful for farmers.

The initiative is intended to help farmers understand their soil condition and nutrient requirements more effectively, supporting better-informed decisions related to crop nutrition and soil management.

Discussion with Prof. Alok Das

During the event, Rajeev Singh had an insightful discussion with Prof. Alok Das, Chairman, CIIE, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.

The discussion focused on agricultural innovation, technology-driven soil testing and the development of practical solutions that can address real challenges faced by farmers.

The conversation also explored the importance of connecting research, technology and entrepreneurship so that innovative concepts can eventually be translated into useful field-level applications.

For Singh, agricultural technology must be more than technically advanced. It should be simple, practical, affordable and relevant to the farmer.

Making Soil Testing More Farmer-Friendly

Soil health is fundamental to productive and sustainable agriculture. However, scientific soil information becomes truly valuable when farmers can understand it and use it for better agricultural decisions.

The soil-testing concept presented by Rajeev Singh focuses on this important gap.

The objective is to develop a solution that can make soil assessment:

• Simple and farmer-friendly
• Scientifically reliable
• Practical for agricultural use
• More accessible to farmers
• Useful for crop and nutrient management

The approach reflects a broader farmer-centric philosophy in which technology is developed around real agricultural needs.

A National Platform for Jharkhand

For Jharkhand, the participation of a Giridih-based entrepreneur at a national technology platform such as IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is significant.

Jharkhand has substantial potential in agriculture, AgriTech, sustainable farming, entrepreneurship and grassroots innovation. Entrepreneurs from districts such as Giridih can contribute to solving local agricultural challenges through technology and scientific approaches.

Taking these ideas to national platforms provides opportunities to connect with scientists, researchers, technology institutions and industry experts across India.

It also demonstrates that innovation emerging from smaller cities and districts can become part of the wider national innovation ecosystem.

Connecting Science, Technology and Farmers

The broader objective of Sansar Green Mission is to develop agricultural solutions that combine scientific knowledge with practical applications.

Rajeev Singh believes that meaningful agricultural innovation begins with understanding the actual problems faced by farmers.

Technology should ultimately move beyond laboratories and presentations and create measurable value for farmers in the field.

The soil-testing initiative is being developed with this objective — to connect scientific soil information with practical agricultural decision-making.

Looking Ahead

Rajeev Singh’s participation at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad marks another step in taking Giridih’s agricultural innovation to a wider national platform.

The interaction with experts from the scientific and technology ecosystem can help create new possibilities for research, collaboration and further development of farmer-focused solutions.

The journey from Giridih to IIT (ISM) Dhanbad reflects the potential of local entrepreneurship to contribute to India’s growing agricultural technology ecosystem.

The vision is simple:

“Better understanding of soil. Better nutrition. Better crops. Stronger farmers.”

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