Bengaluru, Sept. 22 -- India is targeting silk production of 60,000 tonnes by 2030-31 and aims to become the world's largest silk-producing country by 2028-29, as the government seeks to expand sericulture, improve quality and strengthen the sector's global competitiveness.

Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh said India's silk production has increased from around 26,000 tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 tonnes currently, with the government now focusing on raising productivity and farmers' incomes.

Farmer Income Targeted At Rs 10-12 Lakh

Speaking at the Central Silk Board (CSB) Founders' Day in Bengaluru, Singh said the government plans to increase silk farmers' annual income to Rs 10 lakh-Rs 12 lakh.

Production is expected to be raised by i...