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PEACE SILK CLUSTER

PEACE SILK CLUSTER

indian premium silk
Published on 20th Jul, 2023
Last Edited on 22nd Sep, 2025
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Peace silk, also known as Ahimsa silk, is an eco-friendly fabric crafted without harming silkworms. Renowned for its soft texture, natural sheen, and breathable quality, it is ideal for luxury garments and accessories.

ARTISANS AT SILK CLUSTER

MATKA PEACE SILK

Matka Silk Is A Rough Handloom Silk Fabric Made From The Waste Mulberry Silk (Bombyx Mori) Without Removing Its Gum (Sericin) Part. It Is Largely Obtained From The States Of Karnataka And Kashmir But Its Spinning Is Done In The Burdwan And Murshidabad Districts In West Bengal.

MATKA PEACE SILK MAKING PROCESS

KETYA PEACE SILK

Ketya Silk Is A Fabric Native To The Indian State Of West Bengal. It Has A Unique And Coarse Tactile Texture Due To Varieties Of Yarns Like Matka, Khadi, Tussar Being Woven Into The Raw Coarse Fabric. This Produces Wonderfully Rich Texture.

KETYA PEACE SILK MAKING PROCESS

BURDWAN & MURSHIDABAD

Geographical Location

Anuprerna has formed a close collaboration with Matka silk craftsmen from ten different clusters in the districts of Murshidabad and Burdwan in West Bengal. 

This silk, also known as Non-violent silk, Ahimsa Silk, or Peace Silk, is unique as it is made by extracting the silk fibers from cocoons without causing harm to the pupae or sacrificing any animal life.

THE PEACE SILK CLUSTERS WE WORK WITH

These clusters from Burdwan and Murshidabad districts have gained expertise in creating Matka peace silk textiles for years. They adopt sustainable techniques in the production process, ensuring the creation of high-quality Matka Peace silk.

Burdwan Cluster: 2 Years of Experienes

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Murshidabad Clusters: 15 Years of Experiences

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Murshidabad Clusters: 20 Years of Experiences

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Murshidabad Clusters: 20 Years of Experiences

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Murshidabad Clusters: 25 Years of Experiences

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Murshidabad Cluster: 20 Years of Experiences

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frequently asked questions

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What is Peace Silk, and why is it significant to West Bengal's artisans and communities?

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Peace silk, also known as Ahimsa silk, is an eco-friendly fabric crafted without harming silkworms. For the artisans and communities in West Bengal, Peace Silk holds deep-rooted traditions and is a means of sustainable livelihood generation, preserving their craft and cultural heritage.

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How many Peace Silk clusters does Anuprerna work with?

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Currently, Anuprerna collaborates with Peace Silk artisans in 10 clusters situated in the districts of Burdwan and Murshidabad in West Bengal. Our extensive network allows us to impact the lives of numerous artisans and their families, preserving this sustainable craft.

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How are the artisan clusters organized in West Bengal?

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They are usually community-based and centered around a village environment. The artisans, often from the same family, enjoy an inclusive society where they participate in festivals, functions, and ceremonies together. Home workshops are common, and both men and women play essential roles in the process.

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How does Anuprerna's involvement empower the Peace Silk artisans?

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Anuprerna's mission is to support and empower the Peace Silk artisans, preserving their rich heritage. By collaborating with these artisans, Anuprerna helps provide them with sustainable livelihood opportunities, education for their children, and improved healthcare for their families. Through fair pricing and global recognition, we aim to increase the value of their work, leading to higher wages and improved living conditions.

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Are the artisans involved in the design and creative process?

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Although we at Anuprerna create designs, we highly value the creative input and expertise of our artisans. We work collaboratively with them, encouraging their involvement in the design process. They adopt sustainable techniques in the production process, ensuring the creation of high-quality Matka Peace silk.

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How can one spread awareness about Peace Silk and support the artisans?

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Share our story and the significance of Peace Silk with your friends, family, and network. Encourage conscious and ethical consumerism by choosing sustainable Mulberry Silk products. By purchasing from Anuprerna, you directly contribute to the betterment of the artisans' lives and the promotion of sustainable development.

About Us

Discover Anuprerna’s sustainable handloom fabrics crafted by 300+ skilled artisans in East India. We also offer low MOQ custom manufacturing of apparel, stoles, scarves, handbags, and home furnishings in organic khadi, cotton, linen, wool, bamboo, mulberry, ahimsa silk and more.

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peace silk cluster Products

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