Union Minister Giriraj Singh outlines an ambitious roadmap to make Mizoram a national leader in Muga silk
May 4, 2026: Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh, during his visit to Aizawl, proposed a major push to position the state as a hub for Muga silk production. Visiting the Sericulture Training Institute in Zemabawk, he interacted with farmers and weavers, emphasizing that his trip aimed to strengthen ties with local stakeholders rather than just deliver official directives.
Highlighting Mizoram’s unique advantage as the only Northeastern state producing all four major silk varieties—Muga, Eri, Mulberry, and Tasar—Singh announced plans under the Silk Samagra 2.0 to boost production. A financial allocation of ₹59.74 crore has already been made to the state between 2021 and early 2026. He also proposed cluster-based farming, identifying Lunglei, Champhai, Saitual, and Siaha as potential Muga-producing districts, while encouraging diversification in other regions.
The minister noted that over 6,000 farmers and around 19,000 people depend on sericulture in the state, with the sector growing at nearly 5.5–6% annually. He suggested linking local weavers with institutions like the National Institute of Fashion Technology to improve design and market reach. State minister Lalthansanga welcomed the initiative, stressing the need for better infrastructure and continued central assistance to strengthen the sector.