Teen's Smart Irrigation App Aids Rajasthan Farmers

Imagine a 17-year-old girl named Sharanya who saw farmers struggling to water their crops.

Sometimes they used too much water, and sometimes not enough, because they weren't sure when to water or how much.

So, Sharanya invented a smart phone app called a Decision Support System, or DSS.

This app acts like a helpful guide for farmers.

It uses special sensors in the ground to check how wet the soil is, looks at weather reports, and even uses information from satellites.

Then, it tells the farmer exactly when and how much to water their plants.

The app is easy to use, with pictures and even voice instructions in different languages, so everyone can understand.

Farmers who have used it say it helps them save water and fuel, and their crops grow better.

Sharanya hopes her app can help many farmers in India use water wisely.