Siliguri is situated on the foothills of the Himalayan mountain ranges by the side of River Mahananda. It is the only piece of land connecting Mainland India to the North Eastern states, which has resulted in a cultural mix of dozens, if not hundred cultures. The average annual rainfall is 323 cms. Brain lock is the local name of this landrace variety and it is the most demanding landrace variety among the locals due to its strong effects and constant everlasting high.
