Why KVKs Shouldn’t Be Compared to IITs and IIMs - And Why They Deserve Far More Respect

Abstract

Random Thoughts Triggered by Emotions Recently, I came across a post that argued for transforming Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs) into institutions like IITs and IIMs. While I appreciate the enthusiasm for reform and excellence in Indian institutions, the comparison is fundamentally flawed — not only because it misunderstands the role of KVKs, but because it undervalues what they’ve already accomplished over the past five decades. Let’s unpack this properly.