"Bhima Kiran is a light red onion variety with exceptional storability developed by ICAR-DOGR. From national recommendations to individual success stories in the tribal belts of Nandurbar, this variety has redefined profitability for small-scale farmers."

Recommended in the 1st Annual Group Meeting of AINRPOG (2010), Bhima Kiran is optimized for the rabi season across 8 major states. It matures in 125-135 days and is highly appreciated for its attractive light red bulbs and robust resistance to thrips and foliar diseases.

With more than 15 demonstrations in tribal belts, the variety has proven its worth for long-term storage (up to five months). ICAR-DOGR has already sold 23.22 q of seed, with the variety now flourishing over 1,000 acres of agricultural land.