From Burning Stubble and Pollution to Solution: Prof. Sabyasachi Sarkar’s Quiet Revolution in Ammonia Synthesis

Sometime back, over a modest cup of tea, I had the privilege of meeting Dr. Sabyasachi Sarkar—a retired professor of chemistry from IIT Kanpur whose eyes still gleam with the fire of discovery. Despite his years in academia, his passion for science remains undiminished, and his words carry the weight of decades of research, experimentation, and quiet perseverance. What began as a casual conversation soon turned into a revelation—one that could redefine how India tackles its most pressing environmental and agricultural challenges.