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Economy & Banking 21 September 2026 · Event date: 20 September 2026
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Resolved to elevate India to the No. 1 position in global silk production: Shri Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles

Resolved to elevate India to the No. 1 position in global silk production: Shri Giriraj Singh, Union Minister of Textiles
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Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh inaugurated the 77th Foundation Day program of the Central Silk Board in Bengaluru and resolved to elevate India to the No. 1 global position in silk production by 2028-29. He noted that India's silk production has grown from 26,000 metric tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 metric tonnes today, with a target of 60,000 metric tonnes by 2030-31. The event included silk farmers and weavers from Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Tamil Nadu, alongside various dignitaries and the distribution of appointment letters and awards.

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In Simple Words

Union Minister of Textiles Shri Giriraj Singh announced plans to make India the top global silk producer by 2028-29 during the Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day in Bengaluru. Production has grown from 26,000 metric tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 today, targeting 60,000 metric tonnes by 2030-31.

The government aims to increase silk farmers' annual income to ₹10-12 lakh by enhancing mulberry leaf yields and cocoon rearing cycles. Authorities also emphasized adopting modern technologies, AI, and hybrid varieties while supporting weavers and entrepreneurs through MSME frameworks.

Key Points

  • Shri Giriraj Singh inaugurated the 77th Foundation Day program of the Central Silk Board in Bengaluru.
  • India's silk production increased from 26,000 metric tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 metric tonnes today.
  • A target has been set to reach 60,000 metric tonnes of silk production by 2030-31.
  • A resolve was made to elevate India to the No. 1 rank globally in silk production by 2028-29.
  • The government aims to raise the annual income of farmers to ₹10 lakh to ₹12 lakh.
  • Karnataka occupies the leading position in the country's total silk production.
  • Appointment letters were distributed to 28 scientists during the event.
  • The textile market target mentioned is 300 billion dollars.

Exam Angle

Union Minister of Textiles
Shri Giriraj Singh
Event
77th Foundation Day program of the Central Silk Board
Location
UAS-GKVK auditorium in Bengaluru
Current Silk Production
42,000 metric tonnes

A. 60,000 metric tonnes

Source: Press Information Bureau

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