- A highly suitable variety for areas which are prone to water logging.
- It is best suited for cultivation in the vicinity of lakes.
- It is resistant to brown plant hopper and earhead bug.
- It increases the milk yield in lactating mothers and hence suitable for them.
- Since the straw is very long, it is used as a roofing material.
- The rice of this variety is highly suitable for making a special dish called "Pittu".
- It is used for treatment of diarrhea in cattle.
- It also increases appetite in cattle.
- It is highly resistant to pest and disease.
- It is suitable for cultivation in areas prone to water logging as well as drought prone areas.
