Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # GIAN To cultivate and sustain the spirit of innovation, encourage experimentation, and nurture creativity at the grassroots. ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://gian.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Leadership, Innovation & Learning from the Grassroots](https://gian.org/leadership-innovation-learning-from-the-grassroots/) - Prof. Anil K. Gupta shares powerful insights on leadership, innovation, sustainability, and the importance of continuous learning. - [lesson 10 part 2 by Prof. Anil Gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-10-part-2-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Let us revise | संशोधन | Part 2 - [lesson 10 part 1 by Prof. Anil Gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-10-part-1-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Let us revise | संशोधन | Part 1 - [lesson 9 part 2 by prof anil gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-9-part-2-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - From ideas to practice | विचार से व्यवहार | Part 1 - [lesson 9 part 1 by prof anil gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-9-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - From ideas to practice | विचार से व्यवहार | Part 1 - [lesson 8 by prof anil gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-8-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Let us learn from nature | चलो प्रकृति से सीखें। - [lesson 1 by prof anil gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-1-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Aao chalo avishkar kare - [Lesson 2 by Prof. Anil Gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-2-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Children's participation in innovation process churning of knowledge, knowledge to creativity, creativity to coordination and coordination to promotion of inclusive knowledge - [Lesson 3 by Prof. Anil Gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-3-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Let us learn from innovations done by children | बच्चो ने जो आविष्कार किया है उनसे सीखे - [Lesson 4 by Prof. Anil Gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-4-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Let us learn from innovations done by children internationally - [Lesson 5 by Prof. Anil Gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-5-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Let us learn creativity from empathy | संवेदना से सर्जनशीलता - [lesson 6 by prof anil gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-6-by-prof-anil-gupta/) - Let us understand the unmet needs of the society | आओ सामाजिक जरूरतों को पहचाने। - [lesson 7 by prof anil gupta](https://gian.org/lesson-7-by-prof-anil-gupta-2/) - How to find a solution through collaboration? | सहयोग से समाधान - 01 - [Sunbird straw: Drinking straws from coconut leaves](https://gian.org/sunbird-straw-drinking-straws-from-coconut-leaves/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [How does honey bee network really work? A story from Europe& Bihar to UP](https://gian.org/how-does-honey-bee-network-really-work-a-story-from-europe-bihar-to-up/) - How does Honey Bee Network really work, is a question that I have been often asked. It is informal, lives in the heart of volunteers & pursues cross-pollination of ideas globally-now after Gujarat Grassroots Innovation Augmentation Network partnership with @undpacclab network in 115 countries.Now here is a story Chetan V Patel nationalCoordinator #shodhyatra and secty - [Igniting Innovations for an inclusive future: how can legislators serve their constituents better](https://gian.org/igniting-innovations-for-an-inclusive-future-how-can-legislators-serve-their-constituents-better/) - Igniting Innovation for an Inclusive Future Anil Gupta With Anamika Dey (CEO, GIAN) and Chetan Patel (Secty SRISTI and NC Shodhyatra) When legislators from different parties, states and linguistic cultures come together to share, learn and explore collaborative possibilities for being more responsive to their constituents, it is an extraordinary moment in the march of - [मेरा धर्म मेरा विचार मेरा व्यवहार और मेरा संस्कार](https://gian.org/मेरा-धर्म-मेरा-विचार-मेरा/) - मेरा धर्म मेरा विचार मेरा व्यवहार और मेरा संस्कार व्यक्ति, विचार, व्यवहार और संस्कार ये चार सीढ़ियां हैं जिन पर चढ़ कर हम धर्म की चर्चा को समझ सकते हैं पहला प्रश्न है की क्या धर्म केवल धारण किया हुआ है यानी की धर्म वही है जो व्यवहार मैं हैं, और अगर मेरा व्यवहार मेरे - [shodhyatra: why do we walk across the country](https://gian.org/shodhyatra-why-do-we-walk-across-the-country/) - Shodhyatra is pursued to look for creative people, institutions, and outstanding traditional knowledge holders in different parts of the country. Honey Bee Network organises these yatras twice a year with the help of SRISTI, GIAN and other volunteers. In summer, we walk through the hot places and in winter we go to cold places. A - [पाठ्यक्रम और शैक्षणिक नवाचार](https://gian.org/पाठ्यक्रम-और-शैक्षणिक-नव/) - पाठ्यक्रम और शैक्षणिक नवाचार Chetan Patel १. प्रत्येक जिला तालीम भवन (डाइट) में इनोवेशन कॉर्नर होना चाहिए। जिसमें जिले के उत्कृष्ट प्रयोगधर्मी किसान का छोटा सा प्रदर्शन हो जहां सभी टीचर उनकी इनोवेटीव प्रयोग का अपना कलास रूम में उपयोग कर पाए। २. शिक्षा विभाग अलग-अलग ट्रेनिंग प्रोग्राम का आयोजन करते है। उसमें में इनोवेटिव - [Emergence of distributed social enterprises for inclusive development](https://gian.org/emergence-of-distributed-social-enterprises-for-inclusive-development/) - Emergence of distributed social enterprises for inclusive development When the market and state both fail to clear the demand for certain services and products, the intervention of civil society organizations and social enterprises becomes inevitable. Whether such enterprises will indeed emerge depends upon the ability of local disadvantaged communities to articulate their unmet needs into - [suggested strategy for CSIR to reach masses](https://gian.org/suggested-strategy-for-csir-to-reach-masses/) - Strategy for CSIR to reach the masses: For any technology to be made applicable in variable agri and socio-ecological conditions, diverse on farm or in-field trials are necessary. Let me list the concomitants of a viable action-learning strategy for CSIR to reach scale. At the same time, it should be noted that per long tail - [strengthening Panchayati Raj institutions: an old note of 2007](https://gian.org/strengthening-panchayati-raj-institutions-an-old-note-of-2007/) - Knowledge based empowerment of local bodies: Generating entrepreneurial approach to development[1] anil gupta Abstract The entire developmental paradigm in the post independence history has been based on the premise that the role of state is to give, what people don’t have. The infrastructure, the skills, the resources and the framework in which all of these - [beyond lectures: getting 200 village micro sites made by students of #mietjammu –a remarkable initiative](https://gian.org/beyond-lectures-getting-200-village-micro-sites-made-by-students-of-mietjammu-a-remarkable-initiative/) - beyond lectures: getting 200 village micro sites made by students of #mietjammu –a remarkable initiative i have given thousands of lectures to youth, around the world but the kind of translation of an idea i Found at MIET JAMMU, I am yet to see elsewhereThe credit for the spectacular and pioneering step taken by #MIET goes entirely - [Industrial Shodhyatra: an old note 2008, slightly updated](https://gian.org/industrial-shodhyatra-an-old-note-2008-slightly-updated/) - Having walked for about 7000 kms., during summer, winter and autumn in different parts of the country over last eleven years, I am convinced of the pervasiveness of creative spirit in India at all levels, among all sectors but particularly so among the disadvantaged people. At the same time, the spirit of enquiry, the faith - [Why do institutions fail to sustain excellence](https://gian.org/why-do-institutions-fail-to-sustain-excellence/) - why am I reflecting on the issue of institutional decline when our focus should be on improving their quality and prospects? Maybe we can learn from our mistakes more than from our positive acts, may be.. I have taught institution building to doctoral students at IIMA for over a decade and also help build several - [Grassroots Entrepreneurship: need to harness mass creative and innovative potential](https://gian.org/grassroots-entrepreneurship-need-to-harness-mass-creative-and-innovative-potential/) - There is no doubt that a welfare state can not leave common people to survive only by the play of market forces. It is well understood that those people who have very limited purchasing power or budget surplus, might not attract many market goods and services. The role of the state in meeting their basic - [Banana Fibre Products](https://gian.org/banana-fibre-products/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Toilet-attached Cot](https://gian.org/toilet-attached-cot-2/) - Innovation By- Saravanamuthu (Tamil Nadu) Problem Addressed : Mr. Saravana’s wife became temporarily bedridden after an operation and needed help to go to the toilet. This made her highly uncomfortable to the extent that she would rather control bowel movement than seek help, which further added to her woes. This motivated Saravana Muthu to design - [Anti Puncture Gel](https://gian.org/anti-puncture-gel/) - Innovator: Mr. Tukalal Verma Innovation: Anti Puncture Gel About Innovation Innovator is a mechanic and developed a solution (in form of liquid and gel) that make tyre safe against puncture. This liquid/gel is applied on the inner surface of any tyres of vehicles that make tyres puncture proof. Currently he is manufacturing liquid product only - [ Modified Two Wheeler](https://gian.org/modified-two-wheeler/) - Innovator: Mr. Jigneshbhai Shah Innovation: Modified Two Wheeler Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pZy720CV6I Innovator Profile Jignesh Is Physically Challenged From Lower Limbs And Works As A Video Editor. While Browsing The Internet, He Once Found A Video Of A Vehicle, Which Enabled A Physically Challenged Person To Mount It With Their Wheelchairs. He Was Inspired To Work - [Backpack dispenser for tea](https://gian.org/backpack-dispenser-for-tea/) - Innovator: Mr. Sanket Panchal Innovation: Sanket Panchal About the Innovation Sanket Panchal noticed a common challenge faced by tea vendors at train stations, bus stops, tourist areas, and corporate buildings—limited space made it difficult to serve tea and handle payments efficiently. During a Summer School Camp at SRISTI, he worked on a solution and developed - [Super Street Sweeper](https://gian.org/super-street-sweeper/) - Innovator: Sumanth Mudaliar Innovation: Super Street Sweeper Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2OCQ3PiEFOg Innovation Super sweeper is mainly designed to solve the difficulties faced in the waste collection process like hygiene problem faced by the street workers and the inability of garbage trucks to reach narrow streets. The machine is designed in such a manner that it can - [Cotton Ball Picker](https://gian.org/cotton-ball-picker/) - Innovator: Natubhai R. Wadher Address: At. Po. Erawada, Ta. Patadi, Dist. Surendranagar, Gujarat, Pincode: 382750 Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ULU1FTrprc Innovator Profile Natubhai’s self-propelled, tractor-driven cotton boll picking machine is a game-changer for cotton farmers, automating the labor-intensive process of cotton harvesting. It does more than just pluck cotton bolls—it also separates and collects them for easy handling - [Pressure Cooker Coffee Maker](https://gian.org/pressure-cooker-coffee-maker/) - Innovation: Pressure Cooker Coffee Maker Innovator: Shri. Mohammad Rozadeen, Bihar Rozadeen’s JP Ustad Coffee Cooker is a brilliant grassroots innovation that brings affordable coffee-making to small vendors and tea stalls. Rozadeen, from Motihari, Bihar, noticed that while people loved coffee at wedding parties, most didn’t drink it daily because it wasn’t widely available or was - [Date Thinning Device](https://gian.org/date-thinning-device/) - Innovator - Mr. Kasundra Narendrabhai Pravinbhai Address: Morbi, District- Morbi, Gujarat Background: Thinning In Date Palm Is An Important Operation But Also Highly Laborious Activity. Thinning Done Manually By Picking Individual Dates Which Also Time Consuming And Difficult. On An Average A Single Person Can Do Thinning In 18-22 Bunches A Day (1.5-2 Plants). Climbing - [Low Cost Orchard Sprayer](https://gian.org/low-cost-orchard-sprayer/) - Innovator: Dipakbhai Patel Address: Bhachau, District - Kutch, Gujarat Innovator Profile While Working As An Owner Of Motor Rewinding Workshop And Also As A Technical Person, Dipakbhai Discussed The Difficulties Faced By Local Farmers For Spraying The Pesticides In Particular Orchard Farming. The Main Points That Came Out Of The Discussions Were High Labor Cost, - [Low Cost Groundnut Digger](https://gian.org/low-cost-groundnut-digger/) - Innovator: Shri Ramjibhai Chaudhary Address: Rapar, District - Kutch, Gujarat Innovator Profile While Working In The Field, Ramjibhai Observed The Difficulties Faced By Farmers To Dig The Groundnut From The Soil. He Often Used To Discuss With Them About These. The Main Points That Came Out Of The Discussions Were High Labor Cost And Lack - [Groundnut Digger/Turmeric Digger/Garlic Digger](https://gian.org/groundnut-digger-turmeric-digger-garlic-digger/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Mobile Groundnut Thresher](https://gian.org/mobile-groundnut-thresher-2/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Smart walking stick](https://gian.org/smart-walking-stick/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Folded Ladder](https://gian.org/folded-ladder/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Toilet attached Cot](https://gian.org/toilet-attached-cot/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Groundnut separator and coconut cutting machine](https://gian.org/groundnut-separator-and-coconut-cutting-machine/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Snow Remover](https://gian.org/snow-remover/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Rocket stove](https://gian.org/rocket-stove/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Mittidhan- Innovative small tools for farmers](https://gian.org/mittidhan-innovative-small-tools-for-farmers/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Innovative Agritech - Manual rice planter](https://gian.org/customers-know-what-they-want/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Cylinder Carrier](https://gian.org/cylinder-carrier/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Low-cost irrigation pump](https://gian.org/low-cost-irrigation-pump/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Feed mixing machine](https://gian.org/feed-mixing-machine/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Efficient Paddy Husk Fuel](https://gian.org/putting-paddy-husk/) - Paddy Husk Stove by Ashok Thakur (Bihar) Problem Addressed: Paddy husk is generally discarded as agricultural waste and is abundantly available in paddy growing regions. He observed that paddy husk could not be used effectively as fuel in conventional wood stoves. So, he modified the old stove developed for wood dust so as to use - [Only Curries, No Injuries: A Well-Cut Coconut](https://gian.org/only-curries-no-injuries-a-well-cut-coconut/) - Coconut Cutting Machine by Mr. Senthil (Tamil Nadu) Problem Addressed: M. Senthil observed that people take out coconuts from the whole nuts harvested from trees using a crowbar. This is time consuming and has a high risk of injury while husking the coconut. He developed an iron cutter that can split the coconut in two-halves - [Sowing Change: A Journey from a Soldier to an Agricultural Pioneer](https://gian.org/sowing-change-a-journey-from-a-soldier-to-an-agricultural-pioneer/) - written by Adeeba Hoor, Research Scholar, Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Management and Entrepreneurship, Jawaharlal Nehru University In the serene landscapes of Kisthwar, Jammu & Kashmir, a compelling tale of agricultural innovation and sustainability unfolds through the endeavours of Sunil, a former soldier in the Indian Army. After 17 years of army service, Sunil returned home - [Farmland Manure Spreader](https://gian.org/farmyard-manure-distributor/) - Farmland manure spreader by Ashikbhai Gani (Gujarat) Problem Addressed: If any farmer wants to spread manure on their farm they need help from a service provider who comes with their own tractor, trolley, and JCB with labour. They pick manure from the farmer’s dump site and make piles in the farms. Afterwards, farmers need to - [Rise Bionics: High-quality, affordable prosthetics within hours](https://gian.org/rise-bionics-accurate-and-affordable-prosthetics-within-hours/) - Rise Bionics by Arun Cherian, Karnataka Problem Addressed: An estimated 1.5 million people undergo amputations each year and require prosthetic services. Yet, only 5-15% of amputees have access to devices in low and middle-income countries (LMICs) as per WHO estimates. Over 70% of patients in India do not have access to prosthetic devices, despite their - [Solar Seed Drill-cum-Weeder: Better Soil with Less Toil](https://gian.org/solar-seed-drill-cum-weeder-better-soil-with-less-toil/) - Solar Seed Drill cum Weeder by Bharatbhai Agrawat (Junagadh, Gujarat) Problem Addressed: Manual method of seed planting, results in irregular seed placement, spacing inefficiencies, and drudgery for the farmer, limiting the area sown. A Seed Sowing Machine was designed and developed to improve planting efficiency and reduce the drudgery involved in the manual planting method. - [Multi-Purpose Food Processing Machines - from Food to Herbal skin care](https://gian.org/multi-purpose-food-processing-machines-from-food-to-herbal-skin-care/) - Multi-Purpose Food Processing Machines by Dharambir Kambhoj (Haryana) Technology: Dharambir Kabhoj's multi-purpose food processing machines are portable machines that work on a single-phase motor and help in processing various fruits, herbs, and seeds. They also work as a big pressure cooker with temperature control and an auto cut-off facility. Offering a condensation mechanism, they can - [Rocket Stove: Low-smoke cooking fuel using bio-waste](https://gian.org/rocket-stove-2/) - Rocket Stove by Abdul Kareem K. A. (Kerala) Problem Addressed: During the lockdown period, innovator Abdul Kareem K.A. thought how many people would be affected if the electricity and LPG supply were to stop one day? What alternative could be used to cook food? Even though traditional stoves are available in Kerala, many people hesitate - [HRMN 99 Apples: A summer variety for lower altitudes](https://gian.org/hrmn-99-apples-a-summer-variety-for-lower-altitudes/) - HRMN 99 Apple variety by Hariman Sharma (Himachal Pradesh) Problem Addressed: Apple is mainly cultivated at high altitudes, where low temperatures facilitate flowering and fruit-setting on the tree. Mr. Hariman Sharma, the innovator, has developed an apple variety that is suitable for growing in plain tropical and sub-tropical regions. Technology: This variety can grow at - [Biomass Gasifier System](https://gian.org/biomass-gasifier-system/) - Biomass Gasifier System by Rai Singh Dahiya (Rajasthan) Problem Addressed: The innovator found that increasing demand for diesel engines in agriculture may result in costlier energy source for small farmers due to rising cost of diesel. He decided to build a gasifier that could convert biomass into producer gas using hardwood pieces initially. Technology: The - [Intelligent sunglasses for visually-impaired](https://gian.org/intelligent-sunglasses-for-visually-impaired/) - Intelligent sunglasses for the blind by Anang Tadar (Arunachal Pradesh) Problem Addressed: Visually impaired individuals face a lot of challenges in daily life like identifying obstacles while walking or crossing roads. Helping a blind lady find the direction prompted him to find a solution to this problem. He developed smart sunglasses for blind people to - [Lotus Stem Fibre](https://gian.org/lotus-stem-fibre/) - Sanajing Sana Thambal by Bijayshanti Tongbram (Manipur) Problem Addressed: Clothes made from lotus stem fibre are in high demand in foreign countries. There are only a few places in the world where this kind of work is done, including Myanmar and Cambodia. Bijayshanti, the innovator started spinning yarn from lotus stems and weaves a variety - [Foldable Ladder](https://gian.org/foldable-ladder/) - Foldable Ladder by Mohd. Rafiq Ahanger (Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir) Problem Addressed: Pruning and trimming of unnecessary growth and damaged tissues of apple plants becomes extremely challenging after the plant attains a height of six feet and above. The same challenge occurs while harvesting apples without any mechanical damage. This foldable ladder designed by Mr. Rafiq - [Mitticool Clay Creation](https://gian.org/mitticool-clay-creation/) - Mitticool Clay Creation by Mansukh Prajapati (Morbi, Gujarat) Problem Addressed: Mansukh bhai suffered huge loss during the 2001 earthquake, as most of his clay pots were broken. He thought of working on a fridge that would not need electricity and could be used by the masses. It might also help to revive his economic conditions. - [Cycle operated Aatachakki](https://gian.org/cycle-operated-aatachakki/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Groundnut cleaning & threshing machine](https://gian.org/groundnut-cleaning-threshing-machine-2/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Low Cost Solar Cum Electric Bicycle](https://gian.org/low-cost-solar-cum-electric-bicycle/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... - [Filter-less Air Purification Device](https://gian.org/filter-less-air-purification-device/) - On the other hand, organizations have the need for integrating in IT departments new technologies often using cloud services and other ways of direct access to the web. This pressure for IT departments to give... ## Pages - [Gujarat Grassroots Innovation Augmentation Network](https://gian.org/) - GIAN (Gujarat Grassroots Innovation Augmentation Network) is India's first grassroots innovation incubator, supporting innovators with incubation, IP & design. - [Grassroots Innovation Database(GRID)](https://gian.org/grassroots-innovation-databasegrid/) - Grassroots innovation database that is a grid database for and from grassroots. - [Awards](https://gian.org/awards/) - Awards CELEBRATING CREATIVITY Ongoing ⚡️ HBNCRIIA India 2025-26 Completed ✅ Gujarat Energy Innovation Awards 2025 Innovation Programme Gujarat Energy Innovation Awards 2024 Gujarat Energy Idea Awards 2024-25 HBNCRIIA India - 2023-24 HBNCRIIA Global HBNCRIIA India 2025-26 Mission Statement To celebrate the unique creativity and innovation of people from and for the grassroots and recognize their - [ShodhYatra](https://gian.org/shodhyatra/) - Shodhyatra A pursuit of authenticity. We walk in search of subtle silence. About Shodhyatra ShodhYatra, meaning “Journey for Knowledge,” is a grassroots initiative organized by the Honey Bee Network with key responsibility undertaken by SRISTI. This unique expedition is dedicated to uncovering creativity, indigenous knowledge, and innovations hidden in the most remote parts of the country.Driven - [test](https://gian.org/test/) - Δ × PrefixMr.Mrs.Ms.Mx.MissDr.Prof.First NameMiddle NameLast NamePhoneEmail AddressEducational QualificationsSubmit - [DBT Projects Database](https://gian.org/dbt-projects-database/) - Creating Social-Innovations & Entrepreneurial Opportunities for Himalayan Bio-Resources (DBT Database) 2022-2026 Sponsored By Department of Biotechnology, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India This Database can be viewed in multiple languages Loading DBT Database... 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Dextroware Innovation in brief Through a series of assistive devices including glasses, finger triggers, foot pedals, and buttons, the user is given facilities similar to a - [About Us](https://gian.org/about-us/) - GIAN Gujarat aims at sustaining the spirit of innovation, encouraging experimentation and nurturing creativity at grassroots level of knowledge rich economically poor people, students, mechanics, workers, young start-ups, by contributing to the creation of a knowledge network. - [Rangeland Awards](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/) - RANGELAND INNOVATION KNOWLEDGE & BEST PRACTICES DATABASE (RIKBPD) RIKBPD is the Rangeland Innovation Knowledge & Best Practices Database showcasing award-winning and promising community-led innovations and sustainable rangeland management practices from around the world. 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We believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality mobility solutions that enhance their lifestyle and freedom. - [Shashvi Biotech Pvt Ltd](https://gian.org/incubatee/shashvi-biotech-pvt-ltd/) - The innovation focuses on indigenous, plant-derived therapeutic solutions intended for cancer care support and immune augmentation. - [Monoatom Labs](https://gian.org/incubatee/monoatom-labs/) - Monoatom Labs delivers graphene-enhanced solutions for construction, solar, automotive, and industrial polymers, improving strength, efficiency, durability, and performance. - [Avinya Leather Pvt. Ltd.](https://gian.org/incubatee/avinya-leather-pvt-ltd/) - Avinya Leather Pvt. Ltd. is developing plant-based vegan leather made from agricultural waste such as wheat and rice straw. - [PHYSIOMIZE PRIVATE LIMITED](https://gian.org/incubatee/zyenika-adaptive-clothing-private-limited/) - Adaptive ROM Tracker, 3D Joint Simulator & Progress Monitor for Remote Physiotherapy - [Ecodrape](https://gian.org/incubatee/ecodrape/) - Eco printing is a natural dyeing technique that utilizes leaves, flowers, and roots to imprint patterns on fabric through steaming, eliminating the need for chemicals. - [REARTHAM TECH LLP](https://gian.org/incubatee/reartham-tech-llp/) - The company focuses on circular economy solutions by transforming industrial and floral waste into sustainable construction materials, such as eco-friendly wood and zero-waste technologies. - [Wani Farming Tools](https://gian.org/incubatee/wani-farming-tools/) - Trees overloaded with ripening fruits often had their branches snap under pressure, while strong winds, heavy rain, and snowfall further damaged their orchards. This led to significant fruit loss, reducing their overall yield and income. - [Kadam Wellness LLP](https://gian.org/incubatee/kadam-wellness-llp/) - “Kadam” is an initiative that prevents drug-facilitated crimes by providing early detection in terms of a personal safety device. - [Notion Technocrats India Private Limited.](https://gian.org/incubatee/notion-technocrats-india-private-limited/) - Arvindbhai Patel’s innovation is an energy-efficient, environment-friendly, and low-cost water cooler that cools water naturally without using any non-renewable source. - [Zyenika Adaptive Clothing Private Limited](https://gian.org/incubatee/zyenika-adaptive-clothing-private-limited-2/) - Zyenika, founded by Soumita Basu and Amita Roychowdhury, designs adaptive clothing for comfortable, independent dressing for the disabled and elderly. - [Kashulta Innovation Private Limited](https://gian.org/incubatee/kashulta-innovation-private-limited/) - A traditional Kashmiri kettle used to boil, brew and serve tea is known as a ‘Samovar’, which uses coal as fuel. As the youngest child in a farmer’s family, Shazia prepared and carried the Samovar to her father and brother in the field. - [Low-Cost Orchard Sprayer](https://gian.org/incubatee/low-cost-orchard-sprayer/) - The innovator prototyped the sprayer with a tractor of more than 20 HP and 3 HP pressure pumps used for spraying pesticide more efficiently onto the plants at 15 km/h. The drops of pesticides are converted to microparticles using a fan running at 450 to 550 RPM speeds. - [Sunbots Innovations LLP](https://gian.org/incubatee/sunbots-innovations-llp/) - Providing greater independence to the visually impaired by creating assistive wearable devices (smart glasses) to provide them with real-time information by translating visual information into an audio form in the desired language of users. - [Greenland Agro](https://gian.org/incubatee/greenland-agro/) - Greenland Agro has been dedicated to bringing high-quality, innovative agricultural machinery to the market—designed by farmers, for farmers. - [B NAIK UPRISING AGRO-INDUSTRY PRIVATE LIMITED](https://gian.org/incubatee/b-naik-uprising-agro-industry-private-limited/) - The multiple fruit grading machine has an adjustable grading section which makes it versatile to be used on different fruits, even on walnuts which is the smallest. - [Brown Reed Agri-Waste Innovations Private Limited](https://gian.org/incubatee/brown-reed-agri-waste-innovations-private-limited/) - Straws developed from coconut leaves are a good alternative to plastic straws and create impact. Apart from these straws, they also started producing pens and pencils made of coconut leaves. - [Jay Ambe Agriculture](https://gian.org/incubatee/jay-ambe-agriculture/) - The innovation reduces the labor requirement to just one, the operator. The machine can plow and sow the seeds at the same time. The machine can be used to sow the seeds at different depths as per requirements. - [Annapurna Seed Library](https://gian.org/incubatee/annapurna-seed-library/) - Mr. Mohan Chandra Borah has created a rice library with over 500 indigenous varieties of rice seeds available within India. He travelled across India to collect the rice seeds. - [Wood splitting machine](https://gian.org/incubatee/wood-splitting-machine/) - The innovator has used a part of the JCB compressor and built a machine to cut wood. The length of the bark to be put in the machine for cutting has to be 2-5 ft. in length. The breadth of the wood is no restriction. - [Medblue Innovations Pvt Ltd](https://gian.org/incubatee/medblue-innovations-pvt-ltd/) ## Rangeland awards - [Joe, Eileen and William Condon](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/joe-eileen-and-william-condon/) - Name and Address: Joe, Eileen and William CondonClashavaugha, Ballymacarbry, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland, E91A409. Phone and E-mail: Phone: 00353872735447/ 00353872903935Email: omegabeefdirect@gmail.com Background Information of person / organization: Joe (aged 66) is a full-time farmer. He has a Level 6 Certificate in Field Ecology from University College, Cork, Ireland. He has spent many years promoting rangeland - [Ms. Kali Devi Balai](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/ms-kali-devi-balai/) - Name and Address: Ms. Kali Devi BalaiCharagaha Vikas samiti Laxmipura, Gram panchayat -Rajgarh ,Block - Mandalgarh Phone and E-mail: Phone: 9660540905 Background Information of person / organization: Kali Devi balai is women leader and women supervisor in MGNREGA with 40 year of age and studied 10th.She is women farmer belonging to agro pastoral community. Challenges - [Bold-Erdene Punsaldeleg](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/bold-erdene-punsaldeleg/) - Name and Address: Bold-Erdene PunsaldelegBayanbulag bag, Bulgan soum, Arkhangai Province, Mongolia Phone and E-mail: Phone: +976 90079095Email: khoidmogoingolteelucc@gmail.com Brief Background Information of Nominee: Mr. Bold-Erdene Punsaldeleg — known among his community as Boldoo — is a 51-year-old herder from Bulgan soum, Arkhangai Province, Mongolia. Having completed his secondary education in Bulgan soum in 1991, he - [Mr. Trachung Palzang](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/mr-trachung-palzang/) - Name and Address: Mr. Trachung PalzangGascha Village, Maixi Township, Zoigê County, Ngawa Tibetan and Qiang Autonomous Prefecture, Sichuan Province, China. Phone and E-mail: Nominator contact: Huxuan Dai, +86 17745125293, huxuandai21@gmail.com Background Information of person / organization: Trachung Palzang, son of a herder, was born in a traditional black yak‑wool tent on the Zoige grasslands. He - [P. Kabilan](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/p-kabilan/) - Name and Address: P. KabilanD 208, Balaji Street, Alagappan Nagar, Madurai – 625003, Tamil Nadu, India Phone and E-mail: Phone: +91 98944 06111E-mail: kabilanmkuc@gmail.com Brief background Information of Nominee including age, education and employment/profession associated etc.: Dr. P. Kabilan (Date of Birth: 15 July 1978) is a pastoral bio-economist, researcher, educator, and grassroots community activist - [Rajendra Singh Chundawat](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/rajendra-singh-chundawat/) - Name and Address: Rajendra Singh ChundawatBlock Bhupalsagr, Distt. Chittaurgarh Phone and E-mail: Phone: 9785173422Email: rajendras.chundawat@gmail.com Background Information of person / organization: Rajendra Singh Chundawat is an 38 years ,social worker residing in Bhopalsagar Block of Chittorgarh District, which is located near Ramakheda village. He is a postgraduate and is widely recognized for his honesty, dedication, - [Charagah Vikas Samiti](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/charagah-vikas-samiti/) - Name and Address: Charagah Vikas SamitiSadar Bazar, Thana, Tehsil Kareda (Karera), District Bhilwara, Rajasthan – 311804, India Phone and E-mail: Phone (FES contact): +917737921115(Prince Vaseem)Email: karera@fes.org.in Background Information of person / organization: The Charagah Vikas Samiti, Thana, was formed in 2006 with technical and facilitation support from the Foundation for Ecological Security (FES) and formally - [Dr. Pushpendra Rana](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/dr-pushpendra-rana/) - Name and Address: Dr. Pushpendra Rana, Indian Forest ServiceTalland, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India, 171001 Phone and E-mail: Phone: +918368537080Email: pranaifs27@gmail.com Background Information of person / organization: Age: 52Education: PhDEmployment/Profession: Government Officer (Indian Forest Service) Challenges & Problems faced in Rangeland and Pastoralism: Five Decades of Policy Stasis and the Resulting Data Vacuum: For over 55 - [Khansoy Abdi Noor Ali](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/khansoy-abdi-noor-ali/) - Name and Address: Khansoy Abdi Noor AliBox 245-70220, Wajir Phone and E-mail: Phone: +254711623386Email: khansoyabdinoor@gmail.com Brief background Information of Nominee including age, education and employment/profession associated etc.: Khansoy Abdi Noor Ali- Passport Number- AK0178120 is a respected community elder, environmentalist, and educationist from Bute Ward in Wajir County, Northern Kenya. At 68 years old, Mzee - [Saina Kutit](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/saina-kutit/) - Name and Address: Saina KutitOlngosua Sinyati Grass Seed bank Group, Mbirikani, Kajiado County, Kenya Phone and E-mail: Phone: 0796323204/0722447944E-mail: enairesiai@gmail.com Brief background Information of Nominee including age, education and employment/profession associated etc.: Ms. Saina Kutit is a 46-year-old Maasai pastoralist and community leader from Mbirikani Group Ranch in Kajiado County, Kenya. She is a founding - [Gankhuyag Nyam-Ochir](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/gankhuyag-nyam-ochir/) - Name and Address: Gankhuyag Nyam-OchirRiver castle 407, Building B, 8th khoroo, Sukhbaatar district, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Phone and E-mail: Phone: +976-99060647, +976-98113747E-mail: gankhuyag.nyam@gmail.cominpo@greenmongolia.mnhttps://greenmongolia.mn/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577799265855 Brief background Information of Nominee including age, education and employment/profession associated etc.: Age: 50+ years old Livestock management specialist Environmental protection – ecological science Business administration – account Proposed position: Take responsibility for - [Paulina Peter Ngurumwa](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/paulina-peter-ngurumwa/) - Name and Address: Paulina Peter NgurumwaP.O.Box 83, Kibaya – Kiteto - Tanzania Phone and E-mail: Phone: +255787979788Email: ngurumwapauline@gmail.com Background: Ms. Paulina Ngurumwa is a 58-year female working with a Local Non-Governmental Organization called KINNAPA Development Programme in Tanzania. She hold a certificate in Community development and she is dedicated and impactful development specialist with a - [Loupa Pius](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/loupa-pius/) - Name and Address: Loupa PiusKomuria West, Kaabong Town Council, Kaabong District – Karamoja region, Uganda Phone and E-mail: Phone: +256784616870Email: Piusloupa89@gmail.com Brief background Information of Nominee including age, education and employment/profession associated etc.: Pius LOUPA is a 37-year-old conservation and community development practitioner with an MSc in Environmental and Natural Resources Management from Gulu University - [Hashu Karma Choskhas](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/hashu-karma-choskhas/) - Name and Address: Hashu Karma ChoskhasJialo Grassland, Zhido County, Yushu Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture, Qinghai Province, China Phone and E-mail: Phone: +86 19700065556 / +86 17752137617 / +86 18797191513Email: 1978375539@qq.com Brief background information of Nominee (age, education, employment/profession, etc.): Age: 33Education: Northwest Minzu University, majored in Tibetan literatureProfession/Role: Founder of the Polar Nomadic School; County-Level Intangible - [Zhang Yingjun](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/zhang-yingjun/) - Name and Address: Zhang YingjunCollege of Grassland Science and Technology, China Agricultural University, No. 2 Yuanmingyuan West Road, Haidian District, Beijing 100193, China Phone and E-mail: Phone: 13611272283E-mail: zhangyj@cau.edu.cn Brief background Information of Nominee including age, education and employment/profession associated etc.: Professor Zhang Yingjun is born in 1971, a doctoral supervisor at China Agricultural University, - [Shri Sumer Singh Bhati](https://gian.org/rangeland-awards/shri-sumer-singh-bhati/) - Name and Address: Shri Sumer Singh BhatiVillage Sanwata, Post-Rasala, Tehsil-Fatehgarh, District Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, Pin Code-345001 Background information: Mr. Sumer Singh Bhati s/o Bhanwar Singh, aged 45 years is a resident of village Sanwata in Jaisalmer District of Rajasthan. He is livestock keeper owning 200 Jaisalmeri camels, 15 Tharparkar cows, 100 Jaisalmeri sheep and 30 goats. ## Innovation - [Sunbird Straw: Drinking Straws From Coconut Leaves](https://gian.org/innovation/sunbird-straw-drinking-straws-from-coconut-leaves/) - Prof. Saji Varghese - [Chetak Cotton Stripper](https://gian.org/innovation/chetak-cotton-stripper/) - Chetak Cotton Stripper from Mansukhbhai Patel - [Groundnut Thresher](https://gian.org/innovation/groundnut-thresher/) - Mr. Nileshbhai Dobariya - [Feed Mixing Machine](https://gian.org/innovation/feed-mixing-machine/) - Yasir Arafat - [Low-Cost Irrigation Device](https://gian.org/innovation/low-cost-irrigation-device/) - Nandeshwar Sharma - [Mittidhan](https://gian.org/innovation/mittidhan/) - Hiren Panchal - [Filter-Less Air Purification Device](https://gian.org/innovation/filter-less-air-purification-device/) - Divyank Gupta, Harsh Neekhra, Gagan Tripathi ## Programs - [Interventions in the Himalayas](https://gian.org/programs/interventions-in-the-himalayas/) - Various interventions to support innovation and outstanding traditional knowledge-based entrepreneurship - [Start-up Gujarat](https://gian.org/programs/start-up-gujarat/) - We are a nodal agency under the Start-up Gujarat scheme of Government of Gujarat. - [UNDP Accelerator Labs](https://gian.org/programs/undp-accelerator-labs/) - Help to identify solutions and spread them across local communities, regions and the global network. Working 91 labs in 113 countries - [Micro Venture Innovation Fund [MVIF]](https://gian.org/programs/micro-venture-innovation-fund-mvif/) - No collateral, no co-obligant risk fund in the form of soft loan ## Home Banner - [HBNCRIIA-India 2025-26 Grassroots Innovation](https://gian.org/home_banner/hbncriia-india-2025-26-grassroots-innovation/) - In partnership with GETCO, India - [World First Incubator for Grassroots Innovations](https://gian.org/home_banner/honey-bee-network-creativity/) ## gripp - [Banana fiber making Machine and Products](https://gian.org/gripp/banana-fiber-making-machine-and-products/) - Mr. P M Murugesan - [Groundnut Digger and Mobile Groundnut Thresher](https://gian.org/gripp/groundnut-digger-and-mobile-groundnut-thresher/) - Mr. Sanjay Tilva - [NeeRain](https://gian.org/gripp/neerain/) - Mr. Amit Doshi - [Manure Spreading Machine](https://gian.org/gripp/manure-spreading-machine/) - Late Mr. Ashikali Mohammadali Gani - [Snow Remover](https://gian.org/gripp/snow-remover/) - Mr. Rafiq Ahanger - [Sanedo](https://gian.org/gripp/sanedo/) - Mr. Mansukh Jagani - [Paddy Transplanter](https://gian.org/gripp/paddy-transplanter/) - Mr. Nishi Biswas ## upcoming events for startups - [HBNCRIIA India 2025-26](https://gian.org/upcoming_events/hbncriia-india-2025-26/) ## giansastre - [Snow Remover](https://gian.org/gianastre/snow-remover/) - Mr. Rafiq Ahanger - [Banana fiber making Machine and Products](https://gian.org/gianastre/banana-fiber-making-machine-and-products/) - Mr Murugesan - [Manure Spreading Machine](https://gian.org/gianastre/manure-spreading-machine/) - Late Mr. Ashik Gani ## Blogs - [Global Social Innovation Indaba in South Africa](https://gian.org/blog/global-social-innovation-indaba-in-south-africa/) - Global Social Innovation Indaba in South Africa Representing GIAN and the Honey Bee Network’s work in Grassroots Innovations, Dr. Anamika Dey recently participated at the Global Social Innovation Indaba in South Africa from 30th September to 2nd October 2024, organised in partnership with Social Innovation Exchange (SIX) a UK-registered organisation. The conference gathered the best - [Grassroots Innovation Filling Institutional Voids](https://gian.org/blog/grassroots-innovation-filling-institutional-voids/) - Grassroots Innovation Filling Institutional Voids When I interviewed the founders of Wildlife Rescue in Delhi, I realized how powerful simple, local innovations can be when big institutions fail to act.They shared a story from their childhood in the 1990s. “We took a black kite to the bird hospital, but to our surprise, they didn’t even ## multilingual_data - [Foldable Cylinder Carrier](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/foldable-cylinder-carrier/) - Mr. Mushtaq Ahmad Dar - [The Clipper (Fruit tree safety holder)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/the-clipper-fruit-tree-safety-holder/) - Farmers faced a persistent challenge—trees overloaded with ripening fruits often had their branches snap under pressure, while strong winds, heavy rain, and snowfall further damaged their orchards. This led to significant fruit loss, reducing their overall yield and income. - [Suneel S1 Walnut Variety](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/suneel-s1-walnut-variety/) - Suneel S1 Walnut Variety by Suneel Singh - [Banana Fiber Products](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/banana-fiber-products/) - Mr. Murugesan - [Smart Walking Stick](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/smart-walking-stick/) - Smart Walking Stick by Akash Singh - [Groundnut Digger/Turmeric Digger/Garlic Digger](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/groundnut-digger-turmeric-digger-garlic-digger/) - Mr. Sanjaybhai Tilwa - [Snow Remover](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/snow-remover/) - Snow Remover by Mr. Aabid Rehman Dar - [Rocket Stove](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/rocket-stove/) - Rocket Stove by Abdul Kareem K A - [Mitticool Clay Creation](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/mitticool-clay-creation/) - Mansukhbhai Prajapati, a 48-year-old innovator from Wankaner village, Rajkot, Gujarat, was supported and financially aided by angel investor Prof. Anil Gupta, professor at IIM Ahmedabad, founder of the Honey Bee Network and vice chairman of the National Innovation Foundation. GIAN was a helping hand in establishing a company named Clay Creation in 2008. GIAN also - [Modified Wood-Based, Culturally Accepted Crematorium](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/modified-wood-based-culturally-accepted-crematorium/) - Arjunbhai Paghdhar belonged to a farmer’s family and is now engaged in the construction and brick-making business. Long ago, when he visited the crematorium, he saw precious wood burned to cremate the body. Through this, an indelible impact was made on the mind of a young tree lover. This inspired him to create something that - [Hyacinth Remover machine](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/hyacinth-remover-machine/) - Godasu Narsimha - [Vehicle disinfectant bay by Bisu Hang Limbu (Sikkim)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/vehicle-disinfectant-bay-by-bisu-hang-limbu-sikkim/) - A 22-year-old innovator, Bisu Hang Limbu from West Sikkim, developed an electric disinfecting device designated to sanitize vehicles at checkposts to regulate the spread of coronavirus. GIAN and the Honey Bee Network appreciated and supported this innovation to ensure it can reach the maximum places in and around Sikkim. He is a young inspired innovator - [Cow dung pot-making machines by Gopal Surtia and Paresh Panchal (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/cow-dung-pot-making-machines-by-gopal-surtia-and-paresh-panchal-gujarat/) - Gopal Surtia and Paresh Panchal - [Sunbird straw: Drinking straws from coconut leaves](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/sunbird-straw-drinking-straws-from-coconut-leaves/) - Sunbird straw: Drinking straws from coconut leaves - [Automatic weft winding machine](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/automatic-weft-winding-machine/) - Automatic weft winding machine by Ram Prasad Meher - [Paddy Husk Stove](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/paddy-husk-stove/) - Paddy Husk Stove - [Selroti Maker](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/selroti-maker/) - Selroti Maker by Bisu Hang Limbu - [Intelligent sunglasses for the blind](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/intelligent-sunglasses-for-the-blind/) - Intelligent sunglasses for the blind - [Tractor-mounted mini crane by Niki Bharatbhai Parmar (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/tractor-mounted-mini-crane-by-niki-bharatbhai-parmar-gujarat/) - Niki Bharatbhai Parmar - [Solar Weeder and seed drill by Bharatbhai Agrawat (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/solar-weeder-and-seed-drill-by-bharatbhai-agrawat-gujarat/) - Bharatbhai Agrawat - [Rise Bionics by Arun Cherian (Karnataka)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/rise-bionics-by-arun-cherian-karnataka/) - Rise Bionics by Arun Cherian (Karnataka) - [Sanajing Sana Thambal by Ms.Tongbram Bijayashanti Devi (Manipur)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/sanajing-sana-thambal/) - Sanajing Sana Thambal by Ms.Tongbram Bijayashanti Devi - [Improved varieties of wheat, paddy, and pigeon pea by Prakash Singh Raghuvanshi (Uttar Pradesh)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/improved-varieties-of-wheat-paddy-and-pigeon-pe/) - Improved varieties of wheat, paddy, and pigeon pea by Prakash Singh Raghuvanshi (Uttar Pradesh) - [HRMN 99 Apple variety for low altitude](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/hrmn-99-apple-variety-for-low-altitude/) - HRMN 99 Apple variety for low altitude - [Groundnut digger with Vibration pads](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/groundnut-digger-with-vibration-pads/) - Groundnut digger with Vibration pads - [Destoner Machine by Janakbhai Rathod (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/destoner-machine-by-janakbhai-rathod-gujarat/) - Janakbhai Rathod - [Battery-operated bike](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/battery-operated-bike/) - Manish Patel - [Cycle Operated Aatachakki](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/cycle-operated-aatachakki/) - Gangaram Chauhan - [Biomass Gasifier System](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/biomass-gasifier-system/) - Rai Singh Dahiya - [Bamboo Splint and Stick Making Machine](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/bamboo-splint-and-stick-making-machine/) - Ralte and L. Salio - [Balwan Pyaj - Onion](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/balwan-pyaj-onion/) - Balwan Pyaj - Onion - [Automated Arecanut climbing and harvesting machine](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/automated-arecanut-climbing-and-harvesting-machine/) - Automated Arecanut climbing and harvesting machine - [Farmyard manure distributor in the field by Ashikbhai Gani (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/farmyard-manure-distributor-in-the-field-by-ashikbhai-gani-gujarat/) - Farmyard manure distributor in the field by Ashikbhai Gani (Gujarat) - [Low-Cost Orchard Sprayer by Deepakbhai Patel (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/low-cost-orchard-sprayer-by-deepakbhai-patel-gujarat/) - Deepakbhai Patel - [RICHA 2000](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/richa-2000/) - RICHA 2000 by Rajkumar Rathore - [Dryland agroforestry](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/dryland-agroforestry/) - Sundaram Verma - [NeeRain Private Limited](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/neerain-private-limited/) - Amit Doshi - [Modified Boiler-based Mawa Maker](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/modified-boiler-based-mawa-maker/) - Subhash Ola - [Bullet Santi](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/bullet-santi/) - Bullet Santi By Mansukhbhai Jagani - [Modha Technologies](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/modha-technologies/) - Modha Technologies - [Natural Water Cooler](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/natural-water-cooler/) - Natural Water Cooler by Arvindbhai Patel - [Improved variety of carrots (Laxmangarh Selection)](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/improved-variety-of-carrots-laxmangarh-selection/) - Smt. Santosh Pachar - [Gas Samovar](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/gas-samovar/) - Shazia Jan - [Herbal formulation for pest control: Kamaal 505](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/herbal-formulation-for-pest-control-kamaal-505/) - Ishwar Singh Kundu - [Multi-Purpose Food Processing Machines](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/multi-purpose-food-processing-machines/) - Multi-Purpose Food Processing Machine by Dharambir Kambhoj - [Toilet-Attached Cot](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/toilet-attached-cot/) - Mr. Saravana Muthu - [Groundnut Separator And Coconut Cutting Machine](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/groundnut-separator-and-coconut-cutting-machine/) - Mr. Senthil Duraisamy - [Folded Ladder](https://gian.org/multilingual_data/folded-ladder/) - Mr. Mohd Rafiq Ahanger ## hbncriia_awards - [HBNCRIIA India 2025-26](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/hbncriia-india-2025-26/) - To celebrate the unique creativity and innovation of people from and for the grassroots and recognize their contribution towards making India inclusive and innovative - [The Clipper (Fruit tree safety holder)](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/the-clipper-fruit-tree-safety-holder/) - Ishfaq Ahmad Wani - [Automatic Feeding Machine](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/automatic-feeding-machine/) - Automatic Feeding Machine by Nabajit Bharali - [Zyenika: Inclusive Fashion for All](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/zyenika-inclusive-fashion-for-all/) - Zyenika: Inclusive Fashion for All by Soumita Basu - [CASE- Intelligent Cloud connected Battery Pack](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/case-intelligent-cloud-connected-battery-pack/) - CASE- Intelligent Cloud connected Battery Pack by Darshan Nitin Meher - [WHE-PLAST](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/whe-plast/) - WHE-PLAST by Neha Chaudhari - [Handheld Spectroscopy Food Safety Device](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/handheld-spectroscopy-food-safety-device/) - Handheld Spectroscopy Food Safety Device by Harsh Rajput and Shreyas - [Coconut Leaf Straws](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/coconut-leaf-straws/) - Coconut Leaf Straws by Prof. Saji Varghese - [Zero Spillage Milking Can for Farmers](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/zero-spillage-milking-can-for-farmers/) - Zero Spillage Milking Can for Farmers by Harshal Patil - [Multiple Drug Detector](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/multiple-drug-detector/) - Multiple Drug Detector by Kavya Mistry - [Eco-Wood from Lantana](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/eco-wood-from-lantana/) - Eco-Wood from Lantana by Dr. Binish R. Desai - [Castor Oil-Based Polyurethane Urea Polymer](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/castor-oil-based-polyurethane-urea-polymer/) - Castor Oil-Based Polyurethane Urea Polymer by Bambhaniya Sanjaybhai Babubhai - [PhysioMize](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/physiomize/) - Problem Addressed To provide easily accessible and affordable physiotherapy treatment. Technology The device seamlessly integrates cutting-edge 3D joint simulation technology with advanced motion tracking, allowing for enhanced remote physiotherapy. It accurately records joint angles, pain localization, and range of motion. The immersive 3D joint simulation allows patients to engage in therapeutic exercises while the device - [Multiple Fruit Grader Machine](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/multiple-fruit-grader-machine/) - Problem Addressed Building a more efficient and less labour-intensive technology for fruit grading. Technology The multiple fruit grading machine has an adjustable grading section which makes it versatile to be used on different fruits, even on walnuts which is the smallest. Currently, no other solutions like this exist. This eliminated the need for having different - [Valved Asthma Inhaler](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/valved-asthma-inhaler/) - Problem Addressed Addressing issues with traditional inhalers, Valved Asthma Inhaler tackles synchronization and efficiency challenges. Technology The innovation is a passive asthma inhaler that synchronizes the airflow inside the inhaler and the release of medication, and ensures the proper mixing of air and medicine. It comprises a lever mechanism, a valve, a loaded spring, and - [BiliSURE (Device for neonatal bilirubin level measurement)](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/bilisure-device-for-neonatal-bilirubin-level-measurement/) - Addressed Problem BiliSURE addresses the critical problem of delayed and invasive bilirubin measurement in newborns. Traditional methods often involve painful blood tests, causing delays in identifying jaundice. This delay can lead to severe health complications, including brain damage. Technology BiliSURE is an innovative non-invasive device that measures neonatal bilirubin levels through the skin's response to - [Saffron Processing Machine](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/saffron-processing-machine/) - Problem Addressed The current saffron processing method relies heavily on manual labor, resulting in time-consuming and labor-intensive efforts to remove the root part from each saffron flower. This labor-intensive process not only slows down production but also poses health risks to workers. Technology The Saffron Processing Machine automates the process. It can process 1 kg - [Mobile Groundnut Pick Up And Threshing Machine](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/mobile-groundnut-pick-up-and-thressing-machine/) - Problem Addressed Reducing the time and labour required for the threshing of groundnuts. For example, threshing two acres of groundnut crop requires 10-12 laborers. The cost of the labor per day is Rs. 400/-. So, for two acres of crop the cost comes up to Rs. 4000 to 4800/- per day. Automating the process reduces - [Earth Tatva](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/earth-tatva/) - Problem Addressed Earth Tatva works to reduce the mining of natural resources by up to 60 percent by recycling post-industrial fired ceramic waste into a ceramic material. By re-using ceramics that do not biodegrade for centuries, Earth Tatva aspires to achieve zero-waste manufacturing, adhering to the principles of the circular economy. Technology Earth Tatva procures - [Sunbot Innovations (Assistive Wearable Devices for Visually Impaired)](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/sunbot-innovations-assistive-wearable-devices-for-visually-impaired/) - Problem Addressed Providing greater independence to the visually impaired by creating assistive wearable devices (smart glasses) to provide them with real-time information by translating visual information into an audio form in the desired language of users. Technology The assistive wearable device (SMARTON) translates visual information into audio for the visually impaired. Using AI and edge - [Crimeria Apple Variety](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/crimeria-apple-variety/) - Problem Addressed Creating a better apple variety with better fruit quality. Technology The innovator developed the Crimeria apple variety by grafting a branch from a Crimson apple tree onto a Bulgaria apple tree. Crimeria apples are larger and bear more fruit than Crimson. Crimeria apple trees bear fruit within one to three years of planting. - [HOOK: Friction Drive Mechanism](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/hook-friction-drive-mechanism/) - Priyank Dodhia and Kush Jalan - [METAL(Molecular Magnetic Technology for Arsenic Removal)](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/metalmolecular-magnetic-technology-for-arsenic-removal/) - Arpit Kumar - [Fusion Saree from Water Hyacinth](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/fusion-saree-from-water-hyacinth/) - Kaushik ( Team member of Gaurav Anand) - [Able Glasses for Deaf, Mute and Blind](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/able-glasses/) - Pratik Raghuwanshi - [PhysioMize (Adaptive ROM Tracker, 3D Joint Simulator & Progress Monitor for Remote Physiotherapy)](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/physiomize-adaptive-rom-tracker-3d-joint-simulator-progress-monitor-for-remote-physiotherapy/) - Yash Parkhi - [(RUT3) Rim With Suspensions](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/rut3-rim-with-suspensions/) - Mitesh Rasal - [Golden Feathers](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/golden-feathers/) - Golden Feathers By Radhesh Agrahari - [Mobile Groundnut Thresher](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/mobile-groundnut-thresher/) - Sanjay Dhirajlal Tilva - [Suneel S1 Walnut Variety](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/suneel-s1-walnut-variety/) - Suneel Singh - [Manure Spreader Machine](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/manure-spreader-machine/) - Manure Spreader Machine by Ashik Husain Mohammadali Gani - [FASAL AMRIT (Hydrogel Polymer)](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/fasal-amrit-hydrogel-polymer/) - Ritu panwar ,Neha pathak ,Rishabh doshi(Team members of Ankit Jain and Narayan lal Gurjar ) - [Low-power cold storage solution for fruits and vegetables](https://gian.org/hbncriia_awards/low-power-cold-storage-solution-for-fruits-and-vegetables/) - Vishal Singhal ## news_section - [Indian grassroots innovations go global](https://gian.org/news_section/indian-grassroots-innovations-go-global/) - [MOU Signed between CIRDAP and GIAN](https://gian.org/news_section/wrdd-and-mou-signed-between-cirdap-and-gian/) - [Grassroots Innovators Honoured at Honey Bee Network Awards 2024 for Transformative Solutions](https://gian.org/news_section/grassroots-innovators-honoured-at-honey-bee-network-awards-2024-for-transformative-solutions/) - krishijagran 30/11/24 - [Groundbreaking Innovations Honored at the Honey Bee Network Creativity and Inclusive Innovation Awards 2024](https://gian.org/news_section/https-eng-ruralvoice-in-national-groundbreaking-innovations-honored-at-the-honey-bee-network-creativity-and-inclusive-innovation-awards-2024-html/) - ruralvoice 30/11/24 - [ICCIG 5 at IIMA unites global innovators, academicians, and industry leaders to foster grassroots innovations](https://gian.org/news_section/https-bilkulonline-com-2025-01-31-iccig-5-at-iima-unites-global-innovators-academicians-and-industry-leaders-to-foster-grassroots-innovations/) - bilkulonline 31/01/25 - [Self-watering solar pot, cremation box win award](https://gian.org/news_section/self-watering-solar-pot-cremation-box-win-award/) - Ahmedabad Mirror 05/02/25 - [Young innovators win big at GEEIIA with green tech solutions](https://gian.org/news_section/young-innovators-win-big-at-geeiia-with-green-tech-solutions/) - The Times Of India 05/02/25 - [ICCIG 5 at IIMA brings together global innovators, academicians, and industry leaders to empower grassroots innovations](https://gian.org/news_section/iccig-5-at-iima-brings-together-global-innovators-academicians-and-industry-leaders-to-empower-grassroots-innovations/) - campusvarta 31/01/25 ## pfi 2023 - [Suneel S1 Walnut Variety](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/suneel-s1-walnut-variety/) - Suneel S1 Walnut Variety by Suneel Singh - [Community based Products: Nagaland](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/community-based-products-nagaland/) - Community based Products: Nagaland - [NMS-2 An improved and high yielding variety of paddy](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/nms-2-an-improved-and-high-yielding-variety-of-paddy/) - NMS-2 An improved and high yielding variety of paddy by MK Shankar Guru - [RICHA 2000](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/richa-2000/) - RICHA 2000 by Rajkumar Rathore - [Herbal formulation for pest control: Kamaal 505](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/herbal-formulation-for-pest-control-kamaal-505/) - Kamaal 505 by Ishwar Singh Kundu - [Farmyard manure distributor in the field by Ashikbhai Gani (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/farmyard-manure-distributor-in-the-field-by-ashikbhai-gani-gujarat/) - Farmyard manure distributor in the field by Ashikbhai Gani (Gujarat) - [Groundnut Digger/Turmeric Digger/Garlic Digger](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/groundnut-digger-turmeric-digger-garlic-digger/) - Mr. Sanjaybhai Tilwa - [Swachh Kavach](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/swachh-kavach/) - Swachh Kavach By Dharambir Khamboj - [Community based Products: Jammu & Kashmir](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/community-based-products-jammu-kashmir/) - Community based Products: Jammu & Kashmir By Ishrat Farooq, Jabeena Bano - [Community based Products: Sikkim](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/community-based-products-sikkim/) - Community based Products: Sikkim - [Mechanical Turn On/Off of Valve System](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/mechanical-turn-on-off-of-valve-system/) - Mechanical Turn On/Off of Valve System By M. Gopal Singh - [Automatic Street Lights Control Systems](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/automatic-street-lights-control-systems/) - Automatic Street Lights Control Systems By Raju Mupparapu - [Crimeria Apple Variety](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/crimeria-apple-variety/) - Crimeria Apple Variety by Amir Abas Ganie - [Channel Making Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/channel-making-machine/) - Channel Making Machine By Bilal Ahmad Ahanger - [Low-cost Power Tiller Machine and Thresher](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/low-cost-power-tiller-machine-and-thresher/) - Low-cost Power Tiller Machine and Thresher By Shri Hejew Klien - [Low-cost & Zero Energy Cold Storage](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/low-cost-zero-energy-cold-storage/) - Low-cost & Zero Energy Cold Storage by Binolin Syiemlieh representing Nongstoin Social Service Society - [Beehives Made of Mud](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/beehives-made-of-mud/) - Beehives Made of Mud by Smt. Lamuni N. Sangma - [G-Villas Pasand-Improved Guava Variety](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/g-villas-pasand-improved-guava-variety/) - G-Villas Pasand-Improved Guava Variety by Ram Vilas Maurya - [Plastic to Fuel Pyrolysis Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/plastic-to-fuel-pyrolysis-machine/) - Plastic to Fuel Pyrolysis Machine by Mr. Justman Synrem - [Organic Manure to Rejuvenate Mining-spoiled Land](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/organic-manure-to-rejuvenate-mining-spoiled-land/) - Organic Manure to Rejuvenate Mining-spoiled Land By Smt Kyrsiew Ryngkhlem - [Tractor Harvester with Washer](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/tractor-harvester-with-washer/) - Tractor Harvester with Washer by Yanglem Brajamani Singh - [Pineapple Peeling Machine and Shredding cum Peeling Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/pineapple-peeling-machine-and-shredding-cum-peeling-machine/) - Pineapple Peeling Machine and Shredding cum Peeling Machine by Imkongsunep - [Mini Maize Grinder and Grain Mixer](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/mini-maize-grinder-and-grain-mixer/) - Mini Maize Grinder and Grain Mixer by Panthong - [Herbal Medicines](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/herbal-medicines/) - Herbal Medicines by Abhikesar Khatiwara - [Advanced Portable Bukhari](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/advanced-portable-bukhari/) - Advanced Portable Bukhari by Towseef Ahmad and Rafiq Ahanger - [Herbal Medication for Wound Healing](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/herbal-medication-for-wound-healing/) - Herbal Medication for Wound Healing by Haken Naseer Ahmad - [Easy-Go Walnut Washer](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/easy-go-walnut-washer/) - Easy-Go Walnut Washer by Naik Qayoom - [Improved Hydro Screw Turbine Generator](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/improved-hydro-screw-turbine-generator/) - Improved Hydro Screw Turbine Generator by Khursheed Ahmad Malik - [Modified Boiler-based Mawa Maker](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/modified-boiler-based-mawa-maker/) - Subhash Ola - [Walnut Peeling Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/walnut-peeling-machine/) - Walnut Peeling Machine by Zaheed Rafiq Ahanger - [Automatic Feeding Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/automatic-feeding-machine/) - Automatic Feeding Machine by Nabajit Bharali - [Hariyali Handi](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/hariyali-handi/) - Hariyali Handi by Nayak Suratanbhai, Nayak Kavliben - [TechRedi](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/techredi/) - TechRedi by Tejaswi Velugapally - [Backhoe Loader in Tractor](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/backhoe-loader-in-tractor/) - Backhoe Loader in Tractor by Bhaskaran P. - [Automatic Weft-Winding Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/automatic-weft-winding-machine/) - Automatic Weft-Winding Machine by Prafulla Kumar Meher - [Automatic Machine to Make Taper from Cotton](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/automatic-machine-to-make-taper-from-cotton/) - Automatic Machine to Make Taper from Cotton by Prakashbhai Rameshbhai Vala Mistry - [Multipurpose Cot for Bed Ridden Patients](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/multipurpose-cot-for-bed-ridden-patients/) - Multipurpose Cot for Bed Ridden Patients by Alladi Prabhakar - [Smart Motorcycle Helmet for Hearing-Impaired](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/smart-motorcycle-helmet-for-hearing-impaired/) - Smart Motorcycle Helmet for Hearing-Impaired by Shaik Rajalipasha - [Tractor Operated Groundnut Decorticator Cum Grader](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/tractor-operated-groundnut-decorticator-cum-grader/) - Tractor Operated Groundnut Decorticator Cum grader by Kishan Lal Suthar - [Paddy Transplanter](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/paddy-transplanter/) - Paddy Transplanter by Mr. Nishi Biswas - [Chetak Cotton Stripper](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/chetak-cotton-stripper/) - Chetak Cotton Stripper from Mansukhbhai Patel - [Zyenika: Inclusive Fashion for All](https://gian.org/pfi_2023/zyenika-inclusive-fashion-for-all/) - Zyenika: Inclusive Fashion for All by Soumita Basu ## pfi 2024 - [Dextroware](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/dextroware/) - Innovation in brief Through a series of assistive devices including glasses, finger triggers, foot pedals, and buttons, the user is given facilities similar to a mouse or trackpad. Based on a plug and play concept, the assistive tech can be paired with computers, phones, tablets, television sets, etc. Innovation in Detail Navigating a computer requires - [Thornless Khejri](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/thornless-khejri/) - Technology Rameshwar Lalji is a Khejri expert in Rajasthan and has been researching Khejri for a long time. In every part of Rajasthan, there are different varieties of Khejri available. During his search, he found a variety of Khejri which is naturally thornless. He has grafted that variety with a commonly used Khejri variety and - [Wood splitting machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/wood-splitting-machine/) - Wood splitting machine by Jignesh Patel - [Robotic Sprayer](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/robotic-sprayer/) - Robotic Sprayer by Sharwan Kumar - [Agri-SeSo](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/agri-seso/) - Agri-SeSo by Shahid Ul Islam Bhat - [Cole crop harvester cum weed uprooting device](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/cole-crop-harvester-cum-weed-uprooting-device/) - Cole crop harvester cum weed uprooting device by Aryan Prasad - [Multi Use Seed Transplanter](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/multi-use-seed-transplanter/) - Multi Use Seed Transplanter by Sharwan Kumar - [Enhancement of Power And Mileage of Vehicle by Modifying Main Jet of The Carburettor](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/enhancement-of-power-and-mileage-of-vehicle-by-modifying-main-jet-of-the-carburettor/) - Enhancement of Power And Mileage of Vehicle by Modifying Main Jet of The Carburettor by Vivek Kumar Patel - [Nirati Robo](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/nirati-robo/) - Nirati Robo by Mende Srinivas - [Vineeth Mulberry Cutting & Binding Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/vineeth-mulberry-cutting-binding-machine/) - Vineeth Mulberry Cutting & Binding Machine by Kodimunja Praveen Kumar - [Beehives Made of Straw & Bamboo](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/bee-hives-made-of-straw-bamboo/) - Beehives Made of Straw & Bamboo by Stephan Shadap - [Multi Purpose Utility Vehicle](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/multi-purpose-utility-vehicle/) - Multi Purpose Utility Vehicle By Ashok Gorre - [Coconut Shredding Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/coconut-shredding-machine/) - Coconut Shredding Machine By Alladi Prabhakar - [RI BHOI TRADITIONAL HEALERS ASSOCIATION](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/ri-bhoi-traditional-healers-association/) - RI BHOI TRADITIONAL HEALERS ASSOCIATION By Jasperson Manih - [Organic Bio-pest](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/organic-bio-pest/) - Organic Bio-pest by Jorsing Syngkli - [Modification of traditional Samawar](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/modification-of-traditional-samawar/) - Modification of traditional Samawar By Mohammad Ismail Mir - [Machine to plant turmeric and ginger](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/machine-to-plant-turmeric-and-ginger/) - Machine to plant turmeric and ginger by Sandip Panchal - [Machine to separate to husk and grain of paddy](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/machine-to-separate-to-husk-and-grain-of-paddy/) - Machine to separate to husk and grain of paddy by Bharat Panchal - [Maru Gulabi Sweet Potato Variety](https://gian.org/pfi_2024/maru-gulabi-sweet-potato-variety/) - Maru Gulabi Sweet Potato Variety by Rawalchand Panchariya ## pfi 2022 - [Battery operated tractor](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/battery-operated-tractor/) - His father Sanjay Singh is a farmer by profession. In such a situation, looking at the problem of farming, always thought of doing something different. For this, it is necessary to have advanced types of instruments. So he thought of making a battery powered tractor. The tractor has secured first place at the India International - [Foldable Cylinder Carrier](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/foldable-cylinder-carrier/) - Mushtaq Ahmad Dar - [Groundnut digger with Vibration pads](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/groundnut-digger-with-vibration-pads/) - Groundnut digger with Vibration pads - [Small animal restrain cum operation table](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/small-animal-restrain-cum-operation-table/) - Small animal restrain cum operation table By Imna Meren - [Innovative air sealant to stop punctures](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/innovative-air-sealant-to-stop-punctures/) - Innovative air sealant to stop punctures - [Automated Arecanut climbing and harvesting machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/automated-arecanut-climbing-and-harvesting-machine/) - Automated Arecanut climbing and harvesting machine - [HRMN 99 Apple variety for low altitude](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/hrmn-99-apple-variety-for-low-altitude/) - HRMN 99 Apple variety for low altitude - [Paddy Husk Stove](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/paddy-husk-stove/) - Paddy Husk Stove - [Automatic weft winding machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/automatic-weft-winding-machine/) - Automatic weft winding machine by Ram Prasad Meher - [Balwan Pyaj - Onion](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/balwan-pyaj-onion/) - Balwan Pyaj - Onion - [Intelligent sunglasses for the blind](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/intelligent-sunglasses-for-the-blind/) - Intelligent sunglasses for the blind - [Rise Bionics by Arun Cherian (Karnataka)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/rise-bionics-by-arun-cherian-karnataka/) - Rise Bionics by Arun Cherian (Karnataka) - [Selroti Maker](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/selroti-maker/) - Selroti Maker by Bisu Hang Limbu - [Modified Wood-Based, Culturally Accepted Crematorium](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/modified-wood-based-culturally-accepted-crematorium/) - Arjunbhai Paghdhar belonged to a farmer’s family and is now engaged in the construction and brick-making business. Long ago, when he visited the crematorium, he saw precious wood burned to cremate the body. Through this, an indelible impact was made on the mind of a young tree lover. This inspired him to create something that - [Modha Technologies](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/modha-technologies/) - Modha Technologies - [Solar Weeder and seed drill by Bharatbhai Agrawat (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/solar-weeder-and-seed-drill-by-bharatbhai-agrawat-gujarat/) - Bharatbhai Agrawat - [Battery-operated bike](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/battery-operated-bike/) - Manish Patel - [Improved varieties of wheat, paddy, and pigeon pea by Prakash Singh Raghuvanshi (Uttar Pradesh)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/improved-varieties-of-wheat-paddy-and-pigeon-pea-by-prakash-singh-raghuvanshi-uttar-pradesh/) - Improved varieties of wheat, paddy, and pigeon pea by Prakash Singh Raghuvanshi (Uttar Pradesh) - [Destoner Machine by Janakbhai Rathod (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/destoner-machine-by-janakbhai-rathod-gujarat/) - Janakbhai Rathod - [Toilet-Attached Cot](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/toilet-attached-cot/) - Mr. Saravana Muthu - [Modified Boiler-based Mawa Maker](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/modified-boiler-based-mawa-maker/) - Subhash Ola - [Tractor-mounted mini crane by Niki Bharatbhai Parmar (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/tractor-mounted-mini-crane-by-niki-bharatbhai-parmar-gujarat/) - Niki Bharatbhai Parmar - [Coconut Cutting Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/coconut-cutting-machine/) - Mr. Senthil Duraisamy - [Herbal formulation for pest control: Kamaal 505](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/herbal-formulation-for-pest-control-kamaal-505/) - Ishwar Singh Kundu - [Dryland agroforestry](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/dryland-agroforestry/) - Sundaram Verma - [Gas Samovar](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/gas-samovar/) - Shazia Jan - [Improved variety of carrots (Laxmangarh Selection)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/improved-variety-of-carrots-laxmangarh-selection/) - Smt. Santosh Pachar - [Natural Water Cooler](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/natural-water-cooler/) - Natural Water Cooler by Arvindbhai Patel - [Bamboo Splint and Stick Making Machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/bamboo-splint-and-stick-making-machine/) - Ralte and L. Salio - [Hyacinth Remover machine](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/hyacinth-remover-machine/) - Godasu Narsimha - [Biomass Gasifier System](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/biomass-gasifier-system/) - Rai Singh Dahiya - [Multi-Purpose Food Processing Machines](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/multi-purpose-food-processing-machines/) - Multi-Purpose Food Processing Machine by Dharambir Kambhoj - [Bullet Santi](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/bullet-santi/) - Bullet Santi By Mansukhbhai Jagani - [Farmyard manure distributor in the field by Ashikbhai Gani (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/farmyard-manure-distributor-in-the-field-by-ashikbhai-gani-gujarat/) - Farmyard manure distributor in the field by Ashikbhai Gani (Gujarat) - [Low-Cost Orchard Sprayer by Deepakbhai Patel (Gujarat)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/low-cost-orchard-sprayer-by-deepakbhai-patel-gujarat/) - Deepakbhai Patel - [Sanajing Sana Thambal by Ms.Tongbram Bijayashanti Devi (Manipur)](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/sanajing-sana-thambal-by-ms-tongbram-bijayashanti-devi-manipur/) - Sanajing Sana Thambal by Ms.Tongbram Bijayashanti Devi - [Cycle Operated Aatachakki](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/cycle-operated-aatachakki/) - Gangaram Chauhan - [Banana Fiber Products](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/banana-fiber-products/) - Mr. Murugesan - [Rocket Stove](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/rocket-stove/) - Rocket Stove by Abdul Kareem K A - [Snow Remover](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/snow-remover/) - Snow Remover by Mr. Aabid Rehman Dar - [Innovative Agritech – Manual Rice Planter](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/innovative-agritech-manual-rice-planter/) - Nishi Biswas - [Multipurpose Digger ( Groundnut /Turmeric /Garlic )](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/multipurpose-digger-groundnut-turmeric-garlic/) - Mr. Sanjaybhai Tilwa - [Folded Ladder](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/folded-ladder/) - Mr. Mohd Rafiq Ahanger - [Sunbird straw: Drinking straws from coconut leaves](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/sunbird-straw-drinking-straws-from-coconut-leaves/) - Sunbird straw: Drinking straws from coconut leaves - [Smart Walking Stick](https://gian.org/pfi_2022/smart-walking-stick/) - Akash Singh ## gpcl 2024-25 - [Semi-Automatic Solar Panel Recycling Technology](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/semi-automatic-solar-panel-recycling-technology/) - The accumulation of solar waste is gradually increasing, and their efforts to address it are still in the early stages. There is a lack of awareness regarding the recycling of photovoltaic (PV) waste, presenting a significant opportunity for innovation in this field. They aim to bring a solar panel recycling solution to the market, be - [Ashvamitra](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/ashvamitra/) - Ashvamitra by Darpan Kadu - [Efficient Solar Air Heater (SAH)](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/efficient-solar-air-heater-sah/) - The State-of-the-Art Solar Air Heater (SAH) is an advanced innovation designed to significantly improve the efficiency and effectiveness of drying processes for agricultural products. It incorporates enhanced heat transfer technology using rotating spiral-shaped baffles on the absorber plate, which optimizes airflow disruption and boosts thermal performance beyond conventional drying methods. With a peak output of - [Reusable LED bulb](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/reusable-led-bulb/) - Reusable LED bulb By Shreya Chopra - [SvachSakthi](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/svachsakthi/) - An off-grid Cooperative model for an inclusive Decentralised Renewable Energy ecosystem: SvachSakthi business model is primarily aimed at generating renewable energy from and for rural/semi-urban communities. As part of our model, they promote storage of the excess energy from the Solar rooftops directly into EV Swappable batteries, which can also support other farm gate use - [Increasing Power Output and Lifespan of Photovoltaic Panel with Natural Evaporative Cooling Using Earthenware Devices](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/increasing-power-output-and-lifespan-of-photovoltaic-panel-with-natural-evaporative-cooling-using-earthenware-devices/) - he innovative cooling system for solar cells uses earthenware devices (made of clay) mounted on the rear side of photovoltaic (PV) panels. These devices, filled with water, absorb heat from the panel's rear surface. As the water evaporates, it creates a cooling effect, reducing the temperature of the solar cells by up to 20°C. This - [EV- Tractor](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/ev-tractor/) - The company has developed an electric battery-operated tractor for farming that generates the same torque as an 18-hp diesel tractor. It can use all standard farming equipment, such as rotavators, cultivators, tillers, ploughs, and seeders, without modification. This innovation aims to increase farming efficiency by eliminating the need for human and animal labour, reducing pollution, - [From Farms to Fashion](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/from-farms-to-fashion/) - We produce PETA-approved plant-based vegan leather from agricultural waste, specifically wheat and rice straw. This innovation addresses environmental degradation in the fashion industry by eliminating animal cruelty and reducing fashion waste, air pollution, carbon emissions, and water usage. Our sustainable and biodegradable material provides an eco-friendly and stylish alternative to traditional leather. - [Solar Pot with watering Facility](https://gian.org/gpcl_2024-25/solar-pot-with-watering-facility/) - Innovation Description This innovative device efficiently condenses atmospheric water vapor, storing it to irrigate saplings without the need for daily or alternate-day watering. Powered by an integrated solar panel, it functions autonomously, eliminating the need for human intervention. 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