Union Minister launched Kisan Kavach, India’s first-of-its-kind anti-pesticide bodysuit, aimed at safeguarding farmers from the harmful effects of pesticide exposure.
Kisan Kavach
Kisan Kavach is a washable and reusable anti-pesticide bodysuit designed to protect farmers from pesticide toxicity.
Developed by:
- The Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC-inStem), Bangalore, in collaboration with Sepio Health Pvt. Ltd.
Aim:
- To safeguard farmers’ health, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and prevent complications caused by pesticide exposure.
Key Features:
- Washable, reusable, and durable for up to one year.
- Advanced fabric technology neutralizes pesticides upon contact through nucleophilic hydrolysis.
- Priced at ₹4,000, with scope for reduced costs as production scales up.
How it works:
- The suit uses nucleophile attachment on cotton fabric, which deactivates harmful pesticides on contact. This mechanism prevents pesticide toxicity and associated health risks, such as breathing disorders and vision loss.
