The story
Molakalmuru is a dry taluk town where silk weaving became the main livelihood. Its sarees are known for temple-style borders and motifs such as parrots, elephants and mango shapes, woven with the kondi technique. Weavers work in homes and cooperative societies. Molakalmuru Sarees carry a GI tag.
In numbers
No published source we could open prints current numbers for this cluster.
GI tag
- Molakalmuru SareesApplication no. GI application no. 77Registration details of Geographical Indications (IP India GI Registry)
Ways in for a newcomer
- Direct online sales for weaver families
- Silk yarn and zari supply
- Saree finishing and packaging services
Problems the cluster faces
- Powerloom copies
- Rising silk and zari costs
- Young people leaving weaving
Businesses to start here
Saree Rolling and Polishing →Zari and Silk Embroidery →Handloom and Handicrafts Retail Shop →