Krishi Mangal 3.0: Cisco India CSR and Social Alpha Back Agri Startups
Why in the news
The third edition of Krishi Mangal began, backing startups that help farmers with climate resilience and income security.
Key facts
- Run by Cisco India CSR with Social Alpha.
- Goal: scale climate-smart, technology-led solutions that raise productivity, profitability and sustainability.
- Seven startups chosen, including Rudra Solar Energy, Bhairaj Organics, Agribotic Systems, Surobhi Agro Industries, Terracroft Agritech, ArkaShine Innovations and Ekosight Technologies.
Support on offer
| Support | Detail |
|---|---|
| Funding | Milestone-based, non-dilutive, up to ₹50 lakh per startup |
| Extra funding | Up to ₹2 crore for expansion |
| Market reach | Over 200,000 farmers and 150 FPOs |
| Labs | Product design, prototyping and manufacturing |
Focus areas
- AI, IoT, robotics and renewable energy in farming.
- Problems such as soil degradation, water use, mechanisation, supply chain gaps and crop losses after harvest.
Exam angle
- Edition: third; funding type: non-dilutive.