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The Uttar Pradesh Agritech Innovation Hub was inaugurated in Meerut at the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel University of Agriculture and Technology (SVPUAT) by Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, alongside Minister of State Jayant Chaudhary. This state-of-the-art hub is part of a strategic initiative to revolutionise Indian agriculture through next-generation technologies like IoT-enabled devices, real-time analytics, and smart irrigation systems. By situating the hub in Meerut, the government aims to empower local farmers, promote sustainable practices, and strengthen collaboration among agricultural institutions, startups, and rural communities—ultimately contributing to a self-reliant, technologically advanced farming ecosystem.