Central Silk Board marks 77th Foundation Day in Bengaluru; India targets No. 1 rank in silk by 2028-29
On 20 September 2026, Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh inaugurated the 77th Foundation Day of the Central Silk Board in Bengaluru and said India aims to become the world's No. 1 silk producer by 2028-29.
Summary
The Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day programme and silk exhibition were held at the UAS-GKVK auditorium in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Giriraj Singh said India's silk output has grown from 26,000 tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 tonnes, with a target of 60,000 tonnes by 2030-31. The Minister also called for 'Best Silk Farmer' award competitions at district, state and national levels. Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje said Karnataka leads the country in total silk production.
Key facts
- Event
- 77th Foundation Day of the Central Silk Board — UAS-GKVK, Bengaluru
- Silk production
- 26,000 tonnes (2014) → 42,000 tonnes (now)
- Targets
- 60,000 tonnes by 2030-31; world No. 1 by 2028-29
- New idea
- 'Best Silk Farmer' award competitions at district, state and national levels
- Leading state
- Karnataka
Practice MCQs 4 questions
As per Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh in September 2026, what is India's current silk production?
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Correct answer: C — 42,000 tonnes
Silk production has risen from 26,000 tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 tonnes now; 60,000 tonnes is the 2030-31 target.
What silk production target has India set for 2030-31?
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Correct answer: B — 60,000 tonnes
A target of 60,000 tonnes by 2030-31 was announced at the Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day.
Which state leads India in total silk production, as stated at the Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day?
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Correct answer: A — Karnataka
Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje said Karnataka leads the country in total silk production.
Consider the following statements made at the Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day (September 2026): 1. India aims to become the world's No. 1 silk producer by 2028-29. 2. India produced 26,000 tonnes of silk in 2014. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per Giriraj Singh's address in Bengaluru.