Bihar and my village in particular is always close to my heart, said BSEB SSC Topper even as greetings began pouring from all quarters. collegechalo spoke to Himanshu Raj who happens to be from a humble background.

This has only made his determination strong to do something for his village and for the native state Bihar.

‘Keeping these in mind I began preparing from early February onwards, said BSEB SSC Topper from Bihar.’ Support came from his parents and that helped me move ahead.

The news has spread quickly and praises began pouring in from all corners for BSEB SSC Topper for this year.

This became visible when collegechalo made a call on the mobile number to talk to BSEB SSC Topper for 2020.

Mobile number belonged to a relative of Himanshu who when collegechalo called said said many people began arriving to shower praises on Himanshu on his success.

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There are lot of people who are coming to meet the BSEB SSC Topper Himanshu Raj, said the relative.

BSEB SSC Topper quickly reminded that his parents were also enthusiastic to know about the result. It was only natural for them to be curious about my result.

Soon after Himanshu Raj passed the exam his father Subhash Raj gave him a big pat and that was the most cherishing moment for him.

Headmaster of the school he studied is also said to have praised him for his success. Himanshu is all happy and there is a celebratory atmosphere in his house.

This year’s BSEB SSC Topper 2020 is clear about his future plans. He is determined to study sciences during his plus-one and plus-two and subsequently aims to get a seat in Indian Institute of Technology.

‘I want to study B.Tech in computer engineering and become a software engineer,’ said BSEB SSC Topper. ‘I have some knowledge in computers already and want to go deeper into it and know the computers work.’

The best thing to happen in his life is passing the 10th exam with flying colours. I want to continue showing the same output in my next phase of education also, said BSEB SSC Topper for 2020.

The things are not easy as of now, lockdown has made matters quite difficult. But it is difficult for us as much as it is for others.

All these are common in life and what one needs is to the will to move ahead in life, said BSEB SSC Topper from Bihar. As of now focus is on continuing my next stage of education, he said.

BSEB SSC Topper Himanshu Raj secured first position in 2020 SSC exams of Bihar. The second position went to Durgesh Kumar with a score of 480 marks out of 500.

The third position in this year’s SSC exams of Bihar went to two boys and a girl. All three of them stood third with a score of 478 marks. ‘I want my son to reach great heights in life,’ said his father.

The technology was developed by Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh and his team from the Department of Chemical Engineering in IIT Kanpur.

To facilitate its widespread adoption, IIT Kanpur has signed a technology transfer MoU with ScaNxt Scientific Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

The pact was signed in the presence of Prof. Raja Angamuthu, Associate Dean of Research & Development, IIT Kanpur and Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh (Inventor).

Device

The Soil Nutrient Sensing Device is a compact, smartphone-compatible innovation that provides real-time soil nutrient analysis, addressing the critical gap in timely soil testing for Indian farmers, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

Traditionally reliant on district laboratories, farmers often face delays in receiving soil health assessments, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

Portability

Designed for portability and ease of use, the device can assess multiple soil parameters simultaneously, storing data on a cloud server, with a single charge supporting up to 250 tests, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

This pioneering device leverages Near-Infrared (NIR) Spectroscopy to deliver instant soil health insights directly to a smartphone, eliminating the need for chemical reagents and complex testing processes.

By enabling precise nutrient management, the technology has the potential to transform agriculture, enhancing crop productivity, reducing fertilizer overuse, and contributing to both improved farmer incomes and environmental sustainability, say sources from IIT Kanpur.

By providing instant, reagent-free testing with Near Infrared Spectroscopy, this technology empowers farmers to make informed decisions, optimize fertilizer use, and boost productivity, he said.

Through our collaboration with ScaNxt Scientific Technologies, we aim to transform Indian agriculture and take this pioneering innovation to global markets, supporting the vision of sustainable farming practices, he said.

I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh and his team for this groundbreaking development, he said.

Inventor

Prof. Jayant Kumar Singh (inventor) said their development is a culmination of years of research and hard work aimed at addressing the real challenges farmers face in soil health assessment.

It’s truly gratifying to see this innovation, which offers immediate and accuratesoil analysis, now being transferred to ScaNxt Scientific Technologies for broader adoption, said Prof Jayant Kumar of IIT Kanpur.

This device not only empowers farmers with instant insights but also supports the creation of a national soil stack, aiding in better fertilizer management and promoting sustainability, he said.

I am excited to witness the positive impact it will have, both on the ground and at the policy level, as it contributes to a more sustainable and efficient agricultural landscape, he said.

Their collaboration with IIT Kanpur through the joint MoU will allow us to advance soil testing technologies further, integrating micro and secondary nutrient analysis into our BhuParikshak device, he said.

By combining NIR Spectroscopy, IoT, and AI/ML, we aim to provide farmers with even more precise and actionable data to optimize nutrient management and drive sustainable agricultural growth, he said.

Market and collaboration

The Indian soil testing equipment market, currently valued at approximately USD 114.43 million as of 2024, is set for significant expansion.

Driven by the increasing demand for efficient agricultural productivity solutions and the need for climate resilience, this market is projected to reach USD 145.83 million by 2030, growing at a CAGR of 4.08%.

This collaboration sets the stage for a transformative shift in soil health management, equipping farmers with immediate, data-driven insights and promoting sustainable agricultural practices both in India and globally.

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