Rural tech initiative reaches 25,000 farmers across 300 villages

Growing up in a family with agricultural roots, Saksham Kumar understood the importance of farming to rural livelihoods. He also recognised that technology could help farmers improve their work, provided they had access to the right information and practical guidance. This led him to establish ‘Tech on the Field,’ an initiative that teaches rural farmers about agricultural technology and helps them access government support and markets.The initiative has reportedly reached more than 25,000 farmers across 300 villages in five districts through 250 workshops. It has also helped 20,000 farmers enrol in technology-driven government welfare programmes and connected 15,000 farmers to produce markets. According to Kumar's LinkedIn profile, these market connections have contributed to a reported 10% increase in farmers' income.Kumar's work has earned him a place on the 2026 Diana Award Roll of Honour.