This document discusses wide hybridization in chickpea. It begins by explaining the importance of broadening the genetic base of crops through wide hybridization to reduce vulnerability to stresses. It then provides details on the chickpea gene pool and crossability with wild relatives. Various techniques for overcoming barriers to wide hybridization are described, such as embryo rescue and growth regulators. Applications of wide hybridization in chickpea include transferring resistance to diseases, pests, cold, and drought from wild species. Breeding methods like bulk selection and SSD are used in wide hybridization programs. Finally, some achievements in chickpea wide hybridization are highlighted.