BASAWANT 780
| Developed at | MPAU,Rahuri(M.S.) |
| Colour of Bulbs | Crimson red |
| Shape | Globular |
| Method | Selection and improvement over N-53 for kharif season |
| Characteristics | Mildly pungent, less bolting with less twins. Keeping quality average. |
| Average yield | 250 quintal per hectare |
| Season | Suitable for kharif season in Maharashtra. |