Paddy Mitra can refer to different things, most commonly an AI-powered WhatsApp chatbot for farmers in Odisha or a line of agricultural machinery, like the Dharti Mitra Paddy Thresher from Mahindra. The chatbot assists farmers with information and support, while the threshers are a physical product designed to optimize paddy harvesting. It developed in collaboration with International Rice Research Institute (IRRI).
With real-time, localized crop advisories,Paddy Mitra would provide 24×7 support to the paddy farmers for smarter decisions. Mahindra Dharti Mitra Paddy Thresher, a piece of agricultural machinery used for harvesting and threshing paddy crops. Includes features like larger drums, quality blades, and an increased number of fans to minimize grain loss and improve quality. It also referred to as the “Mahindra Dharti Mitra Paddy Multi Crop Thresher” and is available through dealerships.
Presentation -Dibyabharati Nayak