silk production in India is increasing consistently over the years indicating good global and domestic demand for Indian silk.Estimated global production of silk and share of silk produced in India during the last 3 years is given below:
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for the development of silk in the country through Central Silk Board (CSB).Under the Centrally Sponsored Scheme Catalytic Development (CDP), assistance is being extended for silkworm seed production, systematic plantations, rearing activities, reeling and marketing of products.Central Silk Board is also implementing developmental projects for culture. silks, including silk, are being promoted as “Green Silkâ€