Despite sky-high demand, traditional Mysore Silk sarees are becoming increasingly difficult to find, with the Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) showrooms struggling to meet customer expectations due to staff shortages and restricted production. Even though sarees are available for sale only twice a week—on Wednesdays and Fridays—customers often return disappointed as stocks vanish within hours.

Mysore Silk sarees, first introduced during the reign of Nalwadi Krishnaraja Wadiyar, continue to enjoy global recognition and admiration. From young women to elderly patrons, buyers queue up as early as 6 am outside KSIC outlets in Bengaluru, Mysuru, and Channapatna, hoping to secure their favourite designs. However, limited production at the Mysuru weaving unit and associated facil

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