Central Silk Board congratulate Dr. Gayathri T, Scientist of CSB CSRTI Mysore for receiving the "Prestigious Women Scientist Medal 2026" by the Indian Botanical Society (IBS) during the 49th All India Botanical Conference & International Symposium organised by IBS at CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru.
This recognition is for contributions to phenotyping & characterization of climate-resilient traits in Mulberry.
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The valedictory programme marked the successful completion of the ITEC (Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation) Training Programme on Sericulture & Silk Industry by 21 participants from 10 countries, promoting international knowledge exchange and strengthening global cooperation in the field of sericulture and silk.
Shri P. Sivakumar, IFS, Member Secretary, Central Silk Board & Secretary General, International Sericultural Commission, presented the ITEC Certificates of Completion to all participants in recognition of their active participation and successful completion of the programme.
A step towards sharing India’s expertise, building international linkages and promoting global partnerships in the silk industry.
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77 years of excellence. Innovation. Research. Service.
From the release of technical publications and journals to the unveiling of new mulberry varieties and bivoltine hybrid, from strategic MoU exchanges to welcoming a new generation of scientists, the 77th Foundation Day of the Central Silk Board reflected a shared commitment towards advancing India's silk sector.
Together, we continue to strengthen research, technology transfer, capacity building and sustainable growth across the sericulture value chain.
Central Silk Board — Weaving Innovation for a Stronger Silk Future.
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The ceremonial lighting of the lamp marked the formal commencement of the 77th Foundation Day celebrations of the Central Silk Board. The lamp was lit by Shri Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Union Minister of Textiles; Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, Hon’ble Minister of State ,MSME, Shri G. Lakshminarayana, Hon’ble MP and CSB Board Member; Shri Girish R., IAS, Secretary, Department of Horticulture & Sericulture, Government of Karnataka; and Ms. Padmini Singla, IAS, Joint Secretary (Silk), Ministry of Textiles and Vice Chairperson, CSB.
The moment symbolized the spirit of knowledge, research, innovation and continued service to India’s silk sector.
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The 77th Foundation Day celebrations of the Central Silk Board commenced with the inauguration of the Seri Exhibition at UAS-GKVK, Bengaluru by Shri Giriraj Singh, Hon’ble Union Minister of Textiles, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, Hon’ble Minister of State, MSME and Shri G. Lakshminarayana, Hon’ble MP and CSB Board Member.
The dignitaries visited the exhibition stalls showcasing CSB’s latest technologies, innovative silk products, research interventions and value-added solutions across the silk value chain.
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At the 77th Foundation Day of the Central Silk Board, Union Minister Shri Giriraj Singh called for increasing silk production to 60,000 MT by 2030-31, enhancing farmer incomes and strengthening the silk value chain. Smt. Shobha Karandlaje highlighted Karnataka’s leadership in silk production and stressed technology, quality, infrastructure and market access. Smt. Padmini Singla emphasised high-yielding hybrids, modern machinery and AI, GIS & ML for higher productivity and quality. Shri G. Lakshminarayana highlighted the importance of strengthening sericulture. And, Shri Girish R., IAS, emphasised Karnataka’s continued contribution to the growth of sericulture, Shri P. Sivakumar, IFS highlighted CSB’s achievements, innovations and initiatives towards a stronger silk sector.
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Central Silk Board, Ministry of Textiles, Govt.of India cordially invites you to join the celebration of its 77th Foundation Day.
Come together as we commemorate 77 years of service excellence innovation and contribution to the growth of India's sericulture and silk sector.
📅 20 September 2026
🕙 10:00 AM
📍 Dr. Babu Rajendra Prasad International Convention Centre UAS-GKVK Bengaluru
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Strengthening global partnerships through sericulture. 🌏🧵
The Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC)-sponsored 4-week Training Programme on Sericulture and Silk Industry was inaugurated by Shri P. Sivakumar, IFS, Member Secretary, Central Silk Board, with 21 participants from 10 countries.
A platform for sharing India’s expertise, fostering international cooperation and building capacities in the global silk sector.
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🏅 National Sports Day at CSB-CSRTI, Mysuru!
From 27–29.08.2026, scientists, staff and farm workers enthusiastically participated in all the games. The three-day celebrations promoted team spirit, fitness and a healthy work environment.
Silk Revolution Cluster: Talakondapally Mandal, Ranga Reddy District, Telangana
The Silk Revolution Cluster - Talakondapally Mandal, Ranga Reddy District, Telangana, welcomed Shri P. Sivakumar, IFS, Member Secretary, Central Silk Board, along with senior State and CSB officials.
Member Secretary, CSB, interacted with Shri Shakru Naik and other farmers and appreciated their dedicated efforts in transforming dry lands into a model sericulture cluster.
He also visited the Saraswathiguda mulberry fruit garden and appreciated the cultivation and marketing of mulberry fruits.
Shri Sivakumar emphasised the need to replicate the Talakondapally Sericulture model across the Sericulture States.
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Under MRMA 2.0, Department of Sericulture, Siddipet Telangana and CSB-RSRS Mulugu presented a tableau on the theme ‘Mera Resham Mera Abhiman 2.0’ at the 80th Independence Day celebrations in Siddipet.
The tableau highlighted scientific sericulture practices and CSB technologies.
It won the First Prize and received appreciation from Hon’ble Minister Shri Ponnam Prabhakar Garu, dignitaries, and the public🇮🇳
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🇮🇳 CSB-RSRS, Mulugu participated in the 80th Independence Day celebrations at Siddipet Commissionerate under MRMA 2.0. The MRMA 2.0 tableau won First Prize and promoted awareness on scientific sericulture and CSB technologies.
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🇮🇳 CSB-CSRTI, Mysuru and its Nested Units Celebrate the 80th Independence Day🇮🇳
On 15.08.2026, CSB-CSRTI, Mysuru, and its nested units celebrated the 80th Independence Day with great patriotic spirit.
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आज अपने आवास पर देश का गौरव तिरंगा फहराया। तिरंगा केवल एक ध्वज नहीं, बल्कि भारत के आत्मसम्मान, स्वतंत्रता और राष्ट्रगौरव का प्रतीक है। 🇮🇳
माननीय प्रधानमंत्री श्री नरेन्द्र मोदी जी के नेतृत्व में आज कश्मीर से कन्याकुमारी तक हर घर पर शान से लहराता तिरंगा, देशवासियों के राष्ट्रप्रेम और एकता का जीवंत प्रतीक बन रहा है।
आइए, इस तिरंगा उत्सव को जन-जन का उत्सव बनाएं।
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