Union Minister Jitendra Singh has launched India's first anti-pesticide bodysuit called "Kisan Kavach" (a protective suit for farmers).

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Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, Dr. Jitendra Singh, launched Kisan Kavach, India’s first anti-pesticide bodysuit.


      - This bodysuit is designed to protect farmers from the harmful effects of pesticide exposure.

      - Dr. Jitendra Singh is also the Minister of State for the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, and Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions.

     

Main Point :-   (i) Kisan Kavach was developed by the Department of Biotechnology's BRIC-inStem and Sepio Health Pvt. Ltd., both based in Bangalore, Karnataka.

      (ii) The Kisan Kavach Protective Shield includes a full-body suit, mask, headshield, and gloves, providing complete protection. The suit costs Rs 4,000.

(iii) Other participants in the launch included Dr. Rajesh S. Gokhale (Secretary, Department of Biotechnology), Dr. Maneesha Inamdar (Director, BRIC-inStem), and Dr. Alka Sharma (Scientist 'H' and Senior Adviser, DBT).

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