Our Story
Agriculture sustains livelihood for more than half of India's population. It contributes around 20 percent to the national GDP. Despite being the backbone of the Indian economy, the agriculture sector faces several structural challenges such as inadequate capital influx and operational gaps. However, advances in technology can help solve both demand-side and supply-side issues in the agriculture sector. Artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, machine learning, blockchain and big data have the potential to transform the face of Indian agriculture by enhancing productivity, enabling traceability and real-time visibility and reducing carbon footprint. As a result, it can increase farmers' income and boost profits for agribusiness companies.
From equipment automation to data collection and analysis, the digital evolution of agriculture is imminent, and Vidaksh is at the forefront of this revolution. Vidaksh was founded by a group of alumni from the Institute of Agricultural Sciences at the Banaras Hindu University who have worked in diverse fields across Agriculture, Finance, IT and Data Sciences. Their vision to leverage innovative technologies, drive adoption across the value chain in agriculture and contribute to the nation's prosperity brought them together to launch Vidaksh.
Mission
Provide innovative solutions and services to farmers, governments, institutions and businesses that are inclusive, sustainable, future-ready and profitable.
Vision
Blend our collective wisdom in agriculture with innovative technology to accelerate India’s growth, double farmers’ income and build sustainable AgriTech solutions.
What We Do
Business Consulting
- Business Case Development
- Market Entry Strategy
- Go-to-Market
- Business Plan and Growth Strategies
- Product/Pricing
- Business Transformation
- Digital Roadmap
- Regulatory Landscaping
Project Management Services
- Proposal Development
- Project Planning and Implementation
- Project / Programme Management
- Impact Assessment
- Agri Project Evaluation and Monitoring
- Corporate Social Responsibility
Human Capital
- Capacity Building
- Talent Identification and Augmentation
WHO WE WORK WITH
Policy-makers
Farmers
Agribusinesses
Food Business Owners
Agriculture Institutions
Industry Chambers and Associations
Technology companies
AgriTech ventures
Entrepreneurs
Investors
Agri Exporters and Importers
Farmer Producer Organisations
Our Team
PRAKASH KUMAR
Chief Executive OfficerPrimarily a Technology Person with Agriculture Background (B Sc Agriculture – BHU). He has worked with IT companies (HP, IBM, Dell) for over 20 years in business consulting/advisory (strategy GTM, Pricing), solution designing, business intelligence and advanced analytics. Prakash, (along with co-founders), founded Vidaksh to join the Agri-Tech movement in India and to actively participate in the nation's growth.
Read More
Dr. VIKAS KUMAR
R&D and InnovationsDr Vikas Kumar, PhD. is a research scientist with technological expertise in applied informatics in life science. Dr Kumar has over 20 years of multi-disciplinary research experience within the area of applied computational research with unique and focused research in Integrated System Modelling, data modelling and analytical solutions including big data and intelligent decision modelling. He has actively participated in the
Read More
VIMARSH BAJPAI
Corporate Communication and Business DevelopmentVimarsh engages with both internal and external stakeholders through a mix of tangible and intangible channels and activities, which primarily include marketing & advertising, thought leadership, events, public relations, internal communications and branding. He brings a broad range of strategic communications experience including creating a pipeline of content and lead-gen campaigns across sectors.
PIYUSH K PRASOON
Agribusiness Practice Leader (Consulting and Services)Piyush Kumar Prasoon has 15+ years of national and international consulting and entrepreneurship experience in leading development projects related to Microfinance, Livelihood Promotion, and Agriculture Value Chains, spanning countries in South Asia Africa, and the Pacific. He holds a post graduate degree in Agriculture from the University Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, India.
Read More
RAHUL MISHRA,
Business OperationsAn absolute humdinger of a person who believes in living life with abundant enthusiasm. Have a truck full of words and thoughts for uplifting Indian Farmers livelihood. Rahul Mishra Completed his graduation in Agriculture from IAS- BHU. He holds PGDTMA Technology management in Agriculture From NAARM - Hyderabad. He successfully runs a startup in the Field of Agriculture named kisancall.com since 2015.
Read More
Kalpana Rawat
Business OperationsKalpana is a highly meticulous and organized individual seeking. She is skilled at developing reports, analyzing data, and identifying solutions, and has strong ability to handle complex projects. She is innovative, creative, and willing to contribute ideas and learn new things.
Priyatora Das
HRAn accomplished professional with 7+ years of experience spearheading comprehensive HR functions , she possesses a wide range of interest in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence. Completed MBA from West Bengal University of Technology with a gold medalist , MSc in Computer Science from University of Windsor, Canada and B.Tech from WBUT.
Read More