| Pedigree | (A1 x 166-6) x 328 |
| Method of breeding/selection | Selection |
| Method of propagation | Self-pollination |
| Year of release | 1997 |
| Developed by | AICRP (Safflower) centre, Agricultural Research Station, Annigeri, University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad |
| Released at Central or State level | State |
| Notified vide S.O. No. & date | 647(E), 9/9/1997 |
| Recommended ecology | Rainfed regions in Karnataka |
| Special attributes | Reduced hull, tolerant to aphid |
| Potential yield (kg/ha) | 1200-1400 |
| Oil Content(%) | 31 |
| Days to maturity | 120-125 |
| Days to 50% flowering | 64-68 |