• NSC Kashi Jyoti is a high-quality, open-pollinated sponge gourd variety developed in India, valued for its early maturity, prolific fruiting and versatile uses. It produces attractive, smooth, cylindrical fruits with a light-green colour and an average weight of approximately 100–150 g.

Key Characteristics

• Fruit Appearance: Smooth, cylindrical fruits with an attractive light-green colour.
• Dual-Purpose Variety: Suitable for consumption as a tender vegetable and for drying to produce natural sponges.
• Disease Resistance: Exhibits good resistance to Sponge Gourd Mosaic Virus, helping support reliable crop performance.
• Early Harvesting: First harvest can begin approximately 45–50 days after sowing.
• High Yield Potential: Produces around 150–190 quintals per hectare under recommended cultivation practices.
• Prolific Fruiting: Known for its productive growth and regular fruit production.
• Cultivation Suitability: Ideal for commercial farming as well as home gardens.

Why Choose NSC Kashi Jyoti?

• With its early maturity, attractive fruits, dual-purpose utility and promising yield potential, NSC Kashi Jyoti is an excellent choice for farmers seeking profitable cultivation and gardeners looking for a productive sponge gourd variety.