India has made significant strides in genetic engineering. For instance, ICAR-IARI developed Pusa DST Rice-1, which delivers 10–30% higher yields in saline and alkaline soils by reducing leaf stomata count. Similarly, DRR Dhan-100 rice matures faster, uses less water, and yields 20% more grain. Both varieties are non-transgenic, meaning they do not contain foreign DNA, ensuring compatibility with natural mutations.