What is Matlka Silk? Guide
Located on the Ganges River, the Indian city of Bhagalpur is known as Silk City. By the 7th century, Bhagalpur was recognized as a trading hub, but the silk industry is barely 200 years old. A prominent institution in Bhagalpur, the Silk Institute provides training and education in the silk trade. Although Tussah or Tusser silk is the best-known product of the area, Matka silk is also woven in the region. Matka Silk is also obtained from the states of Karnataka and Kashmir, its spinning is done in Malda and Murshidabad districts in West Bengal. What is Matka Silk? Matka means “rough handloom silk fabric.” It comes from thick yarn spun from the silkworm Bombyx Mori which results in some irregularities in the texture of the fabric. Matka silk resembles the tweed fabric in texture. In spite of the irregularities of the Maka Silk texture, it is considered unique. Matka sews very easily which makes it a delight for a tailor. How is Matka Silk made? The fir...