- This variety of rice was notified in 1985.
- It is a selection from local basmati.
- This paddy variety takes about 110-115 days to grow.
- It is best grown in uplands.
- The plant height is dwarf (80-85 cm).
- The grain is long slender.
- It is tolerant to draught and blast and stem borer.
- It is moderately resistant to lodging.
- Its yield is 20-24 quintals/hectare.
- It is grown in Maharashtra.



