Growing up, I had very limited access to television. Our neighbors graciously hosted us whenever two iconic serials aired — Ramayana and later Mahabharata.
Those stories of faith, purpose, and divine wisdom left a deep imprint on my young mind, especially Mahabharata, which somehow remained in my subconscious for years.
A Twist of Fate in Kurukshetra
Life took an unexpected turn when I was compelled to join a rice mill in Kurukshetra — the same land that witnessed the epic teachings of Mahabharata.
At first, I was reluctant. But then, a scene from Mahabharata came to mind — the moment when Lord Krishna, with just a single grain of rice offered by Draupadi, satiated countless sages awaiting their meal.
That recollection changed everything. It awakened something within me and made me fall deeply in love with rice technology. What began as an obligation turned into a lifelong passion.
Four Decades of Dedication and Discovery
Over the past 40 years, I have been fortunate to contribute to the rice industry and to witness its transformation firsthand. My professional journey allowed me to work with and innovate for organizations like Tilda Rice Ltd. and Daawat Foods, where I developed numerous interventions and improvements in rice processing and storage.
Each innovation, however small, has been driven by one purpose — to make rice technology more efficient, sustainable, and beneficial for both producers and consumers.
A Step Toward Public Health and Innovation
Even after four decades, my curiosity and motivation remain as strong as ever. I am now channeling my experience into writing a practical textbook on “Rice Technology.”
This book highlights the technologies and methods that deserve greater attention from technologists and millers — serving as both a guide and a bridge between research and real-world application.
The Next Frontier: Healthy Rice-Based Products
At present, my focus is on developing healthy snacks and ready-to-cook brown rice-based products that can enhance public health and align with modern lifestyles.
To bring this vision to life, I am looking for collaboration and funding support for product development. I believe that innovation grows faster when shared — and I am open to partnerships with like-minded professionals and organizations.
An Open Invitation
I invite anyone interested in rice technology, food innovation, or product development to connect and exchange ideas. Together, we can add value to rice-based products, enhance nutritional quality, and improve profitability for the milling and processing industry.
Let’s collaborate to make every grain count — just as it once did in the great epic that inspired my journey.
📗 Author: Munishwar Vasudeva
📘 Book: “Rice Technology” (Practical Insights for Technologists and Millers)
📩 For collaboration or professional interaction: munishwar.vasudeva@lotusharvestec.com
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