Discover the Silk City of India: Bhagalpur
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Silk Production in India | - India is the 2nd largest silk producer globally, after China. |
| - Karnataka is the top silk-producing state in India. | |
| - India produced 34,903 metric tonnes of silk in 2024, a 3.4 % increase. | |
| Global Demand | - Indian silk is exported to Europe, Western Asia, the US, and Japan. |
| Silk City of India | - Bhagalpur, Bihar, is recognized as the "Silk City of India." |
| - Known for Tussar silk, also called "Bhagalpuri silk." | |
| Annual Silk Trade | - Worth approximately ₹100 crores. |
| - 50% of the trade is international. | |
| Silk Production | - Produces ~2 million meters of silk fabric annually. |
| Historical Significance | - Silk weaving tradition dates back nearly two centuries. |
| - Bhagalpur was the first Indian city globally recognized as a Silk City. | |
| Geographical Location | - Located along the banks of the Ganges River. |