Bhama

Kollegal silk sarees are basically soft silk and are very unique for their design and originality. Kollegal is famous for reeling and twisting of silk and produces its own raw silk. Interestingly it was once known as “Silk City” for producing sarees for the Maharajas of Mysore. As per our learnings, Devangas and Padmasalvis are the two major weaving communities engaged in silk weaving in the area. In each village the weavers work in a group and each village has its own society. The society works for the collective development of the weaving community in the area. Digikargha aspires to empower the artisans, weavers and entrepreneurs in Hanur village of Kollegal Taluk in Chamraj Nagara district of Karnataka state. Kaulava silk sarees project the vibrant culture that prevails in South India and carries the essence of celebrations within its bright colours, brocade and designs.