India, March 22 -- In the mid-20th century, India stood on the precipice of a food crisis. With a rapidly growing population and a history of devastating famines, the nation faced the looming threat of food insecurity. In response, visionary policymakers and dedicated scientists ignited the Green Revolution-a movement that would transform India's agricultural landscape. The introduction of high-yielding variety (HYV) seeds, coupled with chemical fertilisers, pesticides, and improved irrigation techniques, led to a substantial increase in food production, particularly in wheat and rice, across states like Punjab and Haryana. By 1970, India had doubled its wheat production, a feat that not only ended hunger but also boosted the economy and strengthened national food security....