Kashmiri Silk & The Attraction Of A Rich History

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What is Kashmir Silk Fabric? Kashmiri silk is a natural protein fiber that may be woven into textiles in various forms. Silk is a protein fiber consisting primarily of fibroin that is generated by some insect larvae to construct cocoons. J&K is the sole state that produces high-quality Bivoltile silk. Kashmiri silk weaving and printing are not often practiced in the region. However, cocoon rearing is done on a big scale here, which results in the highest quality silk. One of the main activities of the inhabitants of Kashmir is the production of cocoons. History The British funded the establishment of Kashmir's first silk reeling plant at Solina, Srinagar, in 1897. Rajbagh saw the establishment of a silk-weaving industry in 1937. By 1961-62, the state's silk output had increased to roughly 98,000 kg. Silk has been manufactured in an organized
What is Kashmir Silk Fabric? Kashmiri silk is a natural protein fiber that may be woven into textiles in various forms. Silk is a protein