The Banarasi saree industry is facing a slowdown due to rising silk prices. Weavers report that prices have increased by 15 percent in just one month, and the government should consider us.

The price of yarn has also increased due to the rise in petro prices after the Iran-US war. The price of fake silk used in the Banarasi saree industry in Varanasi has also increased by 15 to 40 percent in a month, which is causing problems. According to weavers, many looms have been shut down. The government has also reduced subsidies, which is creating difficulties. Everyone has demanded that the government provide subsidies on genuine silk as well, so that it can be available at a cheaper price, whereas currently...