Dr. Ashok Singh: The Scientist Behind India's Basmati Empire

Dr. Ashok Kumar Singh is a scientist who has spent his career improving Basmati rice.

He created special types of Basmati that grow better and taste great, helping millions of farmers.

His rice is now exported all over the world, making a lot of money for India.

He started as a poor village boy but became a famous scientist.

He even won a big award called the Padma Shri.

His work helps farmers grow more rice with less water and keeps the rice safe from diseases.

He also teaches young scientists to do good work.

His story shows how science can help people and make the world better.