Srinagar, Feb. 4 -- Indian agriculture stands at a historic crossroads. For decades, our narrative was one of triumph-transforming from a food-deficient nation to one of the world's largest agricultural producers and exporters. This "Green Revolution" was fueled by hard work, improved seed varieties, expanded irrigation, and a heavy reliance on chemical fertilizers.

However, as I run the soil of Jakhni (Banda, Uttar Pradesh) through my fingers today, the warnings of experts echo in my mind. The chemical "crutches" that once accelerated our progress have deeply wounded our soil and depleted our groundwater.

The Silent Crisis: Erosion of Our 'Silent Wealth'

Soil is not mere dirt; it is the nation's "Silent Wealth," the very foundation of...