Question

Describe briefly silk industry of Chhattisgarh.

Answer 1

1. Chhattisgarh is a major producer of Tussar silk in India. The state’s silk industry is centred on sericulture, particularly among tribal populations that raise silkworms and extract silk. 
2. The silk produced here is largely Tussar, which is known for its beautiful texture and natural gold colour.
3. Bilaspur is a major centre for silk processing and weaving in Chhattisgarh.
4. The government promotes this business by providing training programs and subsidies, as well as constructing silk parks, to improve employment and rural development.
5. The industry is both cottage and small-scale, generating long-term livelihoods in forests and tribal communities.
6. Chhattisgarh contributes approximately 2.56% to India’s total silk production, lagging behind states such as Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and West Bengal.