BatRas13| Meet 'Wheat Man of India' Dr. Gyanendra P Singh | #BatRaswithDrShreesh

BatRas13| Meet 'Wheat Man of India' Dr. Gyanendra P Singh | #BatRaswithDrShreeshJoin BatRas: https://www.whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb9tWbA5fM5iIvTCBd3k--In this episode of BatRas, we sit down with the visionary "architect of India’s modern wheat revolution," Dr. Gyanendra Pratap Singh. Recently honored with the Vigyan Shri Award 2025—India's highest recognition for scientific excellence—Dr. Singh shares his extraordinary journey of leading the nation to five consecutive years of record-breaking wheat production.As the current Director of ICAR-NBPGR and former head of ICAR-IIWBR, Dr. Singh has been the driving force behind the development of 65 wheat varieties, including household names like HD 2967, HD 3086, and DBW 187. His work doesn't just fill stomachs; it secures the nation's future through climate-resilient breeding and biofortification.In this deep-dive conversation, we discuss:• The Science of Success: How Dr. Singh’s team developed wheat with 11% protein to combat child stunting and malnutrition.• Biosecurity & The "Wheat Blast" Threat: The high-stakes surveillance and pre-emptive breeding program that saved Indian agriculture from a potential catastrophe.• Protecting the Genetic Goldmine: His role as the guardian of India's National Gene Bank and the nodal authority for foreign plants entering the country.• Policy & Perspective: A candid look at the 3 Farm Laws, the realities of MSP, and the potential "Indigo moment" in contract farming.• Technological Synergy: The foundational differences and collaborations between ISRO and ICAR in serving the Indian farmer.Whether you are a student of science, a policy enthusiast, or simply curious about how India feeds 1.4 billion people, this episode offers a masterclass in agricultural leadership and national security.Watch now to understand the genetic blueprint of India’s food sovereignty.-- Host Connect: Dr. Shreesh Kumar Pathak Instagram: @shreesh85 Facebook: shreeshkp X (Twitter): @shreeshkp Email: batras@myyahoo.com | shreesh@outlook.in---#BatRas, #WheatManOfIndia, #DrGyanendraPSingh, #ICAR, #VigyanShri2025, #AgricultureIndia, #FoodSecurity, #UPSC, #IndianEconomy, #MSP, #Biofortification, #ClimateResilience, #NationalGeneBank, #ISRO, #FoodSovereignty, #DrShreeshKumarPathak, #OriginalBatRas, #GreenRevolution, #AgriTech, #BatRas13___️ About BatRas (बतरस)✨ एक बैठकी जिसमें बातें होंगी काम की, लेकिन ऐसे जैसे बातों का रस मिलता रहे।️ एक पॉडकास्ट जहाँ बोलने, सुनने, समझने का रस स्वाभाविक रूप से निखरे। BatRas is a conversational delight where meaningful talks flow like a flavorful nectar. A podcast that brings out the essence of dialogue — where speaking, listening, and understanding blend seamlessly.---#BatRas #BatRasPodcast #Shreesh #DrShreeshKumarPathak #CulturalPodcast, #BatRaswithDrShreesh, #oralhistory