The State That Did It First: How Sikkim Went 100% Organic & Changed Indian Farming

In most parts of India, the legacy of the Green Revolution still lingers — characterised by heavy use of chemical fertilisers and pesticides. But tucked away in the eastern Himalayas, one state quietly took a different route.

Welcome to Sikkim. Known for its snow-capped mountains and peaceful monasteries, this small northeastern state also holds a powerful environmental milestone: It is India’s first fully organic state.

There were no viral campaigns or sweeping national mandates. Just a bold vision, clear policy, and the will to see it through. What began in 2003 as a state’s commitment slowly transformed into a grassroots revolution that reshaped farming, protected the environment, and inspired the world.