Arka Niketan
| Developed at | IIHR, Bangalore. |
| Colour of Bulbs | Attractive red colour |
| Shape | Globular with thin neck |
| Measure | 4-6cm |
| Characteristics | Keeping quality good. |
| Average yield | 340 quintal per hectare. |
| Season | Recommended for rabi season mainly, it can be grown in late kharif also in Maharashtra. |