Satendra

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Journalist and development professional with experience at ANI and The Indian Express in Delhi. Studied Journalism at Asian College of Journalism, Chennai, and holds a Master's degree in Development Studies from Azim Premji University, Bengaluru.

Posts by Satendra

The Enduring Relevance of Food Preservation

Jul 08, 2026

The Enduring Relevance of Food Preservation

Food preservation is more than a technique for extending shelf life—it is a w...

 The Indian Story of Achar — Preservation as Knowledge

Jul 08, 2026

The Indian Story of Achar — Preservation as Knowledge

How did India develop one of the world's richest preservation traditions? Thi...

 Why Pickles Exist: The History of Preservation and the Story of Achar

Jul 08, 2026

Why Pickles Exist: The History of Preservation and the Story of Achar

Every harvest has a season, but people need food throughout the year. Long be...

 Gramin Roots: Carrying Forward What Is Worth Remembering

Jun 21, 2026

Gramin Roots: Carrying Forward What Is Worth Remembering

Gramin Roots was not born from a market study or a business opportunity. It e...

 Why Seasonal Crops Matter

Jun 15, 2026

Why Seasonal Crops Matter

Why do seasonal crops matter? Explore how food seasons shape biodiversity, nu...

 The Philosophy Behind Gramin Roots

Jun 15, 2026

The Philosophy Behind Gramin Roots

A pickle recipe can reveal what crops grew in a region, which spices were ava...