Paper: GS – III, Subject: Economy, Topic: e-Technology in Aid of Farmers, Issue: Bharat-VISTAAR.
Context:
Bharat-VISTAAR, unveiled in Jaipur by the Union Agriculture Minister as part of the Union Budget 2026–27 with an allocation of ₹150 crore.
Key Takeaways:
What is Bharat-VISTAAR?
- Bharat-VISTAAR (Virtually Integrated System to Access Agricultural Resources) is an innovative AI-powered tool designed to assist farmers by providing relevant agricultural information in their native languages.
Key Features of Bharat-VISTAAR:
- Multilingual Support
- Comprehensive Information: Crop planning, Agricultural practices, Pest management, Weather forecasts, Market trends, Government schemes, Eligibility criteria, Application processes and Grievance redressal.
- Digital Public Infrastructure: It acts as a digital gateway, integrating information from trusted sources across central and state governments, as well as cooperative systems.
Regional Language Support:
- Maharashtra: Vasudha (Marathi).
- Gujarat: Sarlaben of AmulAI (Gujarati).
- Bihar: Bihar Krishi App (Hindi).
It will expand to Tamil, Bengali, Assamese, and Kannada, with plans to cover a total of 11 languages (including nine regional languages) within six months.
Bharat-VISTAAR represents a transformative step in providing farmers with the necessary tools and information to enhance their agricultural practices. By leveraging AI technology and multilingual support, this initiative aims to empower farmers, streamline access to vital resources, and ultimately improve agricultural productivity across India.
Source: (The Indian Express)
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