Cucumber Pusa Barkha is an extra-early, high-yielding cucumber variety developed byICAR-IARI for the Kharif season (rainy season) in North Indian plains, known for its tolerance to high humidity, temperature, and downy mildew, producing its first harvest in 40-45 days with good yields. It's a key variety for farmers in regions like Delhi & NCR, offering resistance to common seasonal diseases and suitable for the monsoon planting.