The experimental set ups used for determining the influence of various drying methods on the drying behavior of okra. The laboratory scale batch type hot air dryer is used and solar dryer used in present which is modified in form of vents for natural air flow in dryer and also platform constructed as in FIG.1. It is made up of galvanized sheet of 28 gauge size. Glass of 3mm thickness is placed at about 30° inclined. Area of surface area of drying platform is about 0.6 m2, which is made up of galvanized wire mesh. And its inner surface is coated with black colour. Vents are provided for natural air flow in dryer.