What is Arka Suphal and it belongs to which cultivar?

Arka Suphal

Arka Suphal is the cultivar of chilli. Developed through pedigree method of selection and is F9 derivative of the cross (Pant C1 X IHR 517 A). Fruits green, smooth, medium long (6-7 cm x 1cm), pendent, turning deep red on maturity; suitable for irrigated and rainfed cultivation; tolerant to powdery mildew & viruses; yield is 25 t/ha. (Green Chilli) and 3t/ha. (Dry Chilli).