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Impact of industrial development on agriculture: How to mitigate without affecting the growth target?

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  India, known as an agrarian country, plays a crucial role in feeding millions, including the underprivileged, in partnership with the UNDP to eradicate poverty and reduce inequalities through sustainable development. The government's focus has shifted towards industrial development via the 'Make in India' initiative. Emphasis on entrepreneurship and fostering a robust startup ecosystem aims to achieve developmental goals and provide livelihoods for the nation's ambitious youth. Consequently, India boasts the fastest-growing unicorns, marking a positive stride towards these goals. This transformation is occurring rapidly, bridging existing gaps. However, the establishment of new industries necessitates reevaluating traditional approaches by government-run institutions and private corporations. Expanding geographical boundaries to accommodate industrial demands is not feasible. Moreover, the real estate and infrastructure sectors' needs will likely reduce land ava...