ACHIEVEMENTS OF SAI

Sl. No	Date	Activity	Details
1	26/10/2006	Establishment and Silk Association of India
		Founder President	C. Narayanaswamy, Former Member of Parliament & Sericulturist
		Founder Vice President	V. Balasubramanian IAS, Former Additional Chief Secretary GOK & Former Member Secretary of Central Silk Board
		Founder Secretary	M. Ramachadragowda, Silkworm Seed Producer
2	2006	Anti Dumping Duty Issue	Filed a case in Supreme Court to impose anti-dumping duty on imported China silk. Based on the Supreme Court directions, GOI agreed to continue anti-dumping duty up to 2009.
3	2009	Implementation of Seed Act 2009	SAI office bearers organized several meetings with concerned departments for proper implementation of the Central Seed Act.
4	20/01/2009	Organized National Seminar	Organized a national seminar at the Institute of Engineers, Bangalore inviting subject experts and stakeholders of the silk industry to discuss problems and solutions.
5	2009	Meetings on Okalipuram Land Issue	Organized meetings with the Government of Karnataka to stop handing over Okalipuram land to KSRTC. The government agreed to retain it for sericulture activities.
6	2010	Proposal of Shifting of Department of Sericulture	SAI organized several meetings with the Government and succeeded in convincing them not to shift the Sericulture Department to Mysore.
7	2010-2012	Efforts to enforce 2nd Moult Chawki Distribution	SAI held meetings with DOS and CSB to enforce distribution of second moult worms from Chawki Rearing Centres. As a result, more than 98% of centres started distributing second moult larvae to farmers.
8	12/11/2014	Organized Sericulture Workshop	Workshop discussing corruption issues, coordination problems between CSB and the Sericulture Department, declining mulberry area, cocoon and silk production issues, and the spread of Pebrine disease.
9	2015	Sericulture Study Tours	SAI members visited Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh to understand stakeholder problems and submitted recommendations to concerned departments.
10	2015	Stopped Merger of Sericulture Department with Agriculture Department	After meetings with Hon'ble Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, SAI succeeded in stopping the merger proposal.
11	2016	Field Visits	Visited Ramanagara farmer gardens and ARMs to study field-level problems.
12	19/12/2017	Visit to Ramanagara Cocoon Market	Executive committee members visited Ramanagara cocoon market to study the e-marketing system and the automatic silk reeling machines.
13	23/08/2019	State Level Seminar	Organized seminar titled “Problems and Prospects of Karnataka Sericulture” at KASSIA Auditorium, Bangalore.
14	2019-2020	Merger of Sericulture Associations	RSP and CRC associations merged with Silk Association of India to provide a broader base.
15	11/01/2019	Meeting with Director of Sericulture, Tamil Nadu	Discussed development of sericulture and the possibility of organizing stakeholder seminars.
16	02/11/2019	Meeting with Minister Sadananda Gowda	Submitted memorandum requesting not to increase GST on silk and silk products.
17	27/11/2019	Meeting with Sahyadri Farmers Producer Company	Discussed sericulture development in Maharashtra under a ₹2000 crore investment initiative.
18	12/02/2019	Executive Committee Meeting	Monthly EC meeting to decide action plans for sericulture development.
19	12/06/2019	Hosted SAI Website	Silk Association of India official website www.saoi.in launched.
20	12/07/2019	External Aided Project Meeting	Technical committee meeting to finalize components for an externally funded project.
21	12/12/2020	Meeting with Commissioner Rohini Sinduri	Discussed sericulture development projects and regular seed production BCC meetings.
22	26/03/2020	Recommendation for Sun Drying of Cocoons	Due to COVID-19 lockdown and closure of cocoon markets, SAI recommended sun drying to preserve cocoons temporarily.
23	27/03/2020	COVID-19 Safety Recommendations	Issued safety guidelines for workers across sericulture activities.
24	22/05/2020	First Online Zoom Meeting	Initiated online meetings to discuss urgent issues faced by stakeholders.
25	06/05/2020	Meeting with Minister for Sericulture	Discussed stakeholder problems due to lockdown; minister assured assistance.
26	27/06/2020	Release of Technical Videos	Videos released on social media explaining COVID-19 precautions for stakeholders.
27	20/07/2020	Executive Committee Meeting on Zoom	Discussed COVID impact, PSFA fund availability, and pest issues in mulberry gardens.
28	27/07/2020	Participation in RBI Survey	Participated in RBI survey regarding lockdown impact and MSME economic package.
29	14/08/2020	Third Technical Video Release	Explained COVID impact and demanded compensation schemes for sericulture stakeholders.
30	19/08/2020	Zoom Subscription	Subscribed to Zoom platform to conduct regular online meetings.
31	24/08/2020	RSP & CRC Online Meeting	Discussed pest control measures and coordination with sericulture departments.
32	26/08/2020	Government Incentive Release	Government released ₹30 crore cocoon incentive due to SAI efforts.
33	09-08-2020	Executive Committee Meeting	It was decided to request the Member Secretary, CSB and the Commissioner for Sericulture Development, Government of Karnataka to address the difficult situation of the silk industry due to COVID-19.
34	18/09/2020	CSB Cisco Webex Online Meeting	Discussed COVID-19 relief packages, egg production issues, anti-dumping duty on imported silk, indigenous ARM machines, silk banks, incubation facilities at CRCs, cold storage requirements, and uniform pricing policy.
35	29/09/2020	Webinar Meeting of Executive Committee, CRC Owners and Members	Discussed financial hardships and manpower shortages faced by CRCs during COVID-19 and recommended precautionary measures to prevent disease spread.
36	30/09/2020	Webinar on Management of Thrips and Mites in Mulberry	A technical webinar involving experts from GKVK, NBAIR, CSRTI Mysore, and KSSRDI Thalaghattapura. Recommendations were prepared for field implementation.
37	14/10/2020	Executive Committee Zoom Meeting	Agenda points prepared for the meeting with the Sericulture Commissioner regarding issues faced by RSPs and CRCs.
38	21/10/2020	Meeting with Hon. Minister for Sericulture Sri Narayana Gowda	Meeting held at Lalbagh Horticulture Directorate office to discuss CRC problems. The minister assured immediate action on the issues raised by SAI.
39	24/10/2020	SAI Executive Committee Meeting	Reviewed progress of previous meetings and planned the General Body Meeting agenda.
40	23/11/2020	Webinar on Root Rot and Leaf Roller Management in Mulberry	Technical webinar involving scientists from KSSRDI and CSRTI Mysore to address mulberry pest and disease issues.
41	24/11/2020	Webinar on Muscardine Management in Silkworm Rearing	Conducted to educate farmers about controlling muscardine disease in silkworm rearing.
42	24/11/2020	SAI Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed preparations for the General Body Meeting, audit reports, chawki incentives, and the activity roadmap for 2020-21.
43	26/12/2020	General Body Meeting (14th Meeting)	Annual administrative report, audit approval, bylaws amendments, appointment of auditors, and election of CRC and RSP representatives were discussed.
44	01/12/2021	CRCs and RSPs Sub-Committee Meeting	Meeting held at Mandya Sports Club to discuss issues of CRCs and RSPs and propose solutions with the Sericulture Commissioner.
45	01/06/2021	Preliminary Meeting – Sericulture Village Adoption Programme	Meeting at Doddaharalagere village, Hoskote Taluk to understand farmers’ knowledge, infrastructure, and technology adoption for the SAI village adoption initiative.
46	20/01/2021	Meeting with Director of Sericulture, Tamil Nadu	SAI delegation discussed development opportunities for Tamil Nadu sericulture and possible World Bank project proposals.
47	29/01/2021	Meeting with Reelers of Tamil Nadu	Discussion with leading reelers about industry challenges and cooperation between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu stakeholders.
48	02/03/2021	Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed adoption of Doddaharalagere village, state sericulture policy draft, Tamil Nadu World Bank project, newsletters, and meetings with the Sericulture Minister.
49	02/10/2021	Meeting with Hon. Minister for Sericulture Sri R. Shankar	Discussed industry issues and planned the book release event by Dr. S. B. Dandin.
50	02/11/2021	Technical Committee Meeting	Discussed preparation of a World Bank project proposal for Tamil Nadu sericulture development.
51	19/02/2021	SAI Members Meeting	Planned arrangements for the Sericulture Minister meeting and the book release function by Dr. Dandin.
52	26/02/2021	Meeting with Sericulture Minister and Book Release	Event at Bharatheeya Vidya Bhavan where the book "Nanu Mathu Reshme" by Dr. Dandin was released and industry issues were discussed.
53	03/05/2021	Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed benchmark survey of the adopted village, newsletters, webinars, and letters to government authorities regarding silk imports.
54	03/09/2021	RSPs and CRCs Sub-Committee Meeting at Kanva	Technical discussions on thrips and mites management and precautions for summer rearing practices.
55	15/03/2021	Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed village adoption program, newsletter committee formation, and issues related to cocoon market transactions.
56	16/03/2021	Interview with The Epoch Times	Discussed illegal dumping of Chinese silk in the Indian market through neighboring countries.
57	19/03/2021	Visit to Ramanagara Cocoon Market	SAI team investigated payment irregularities and recommended improvements including e-payment implementation.
58	22/03/2021	Action Taken in Ramanagara Market	Deputy Director J. M. Munibasaiah was suspended following the investigation report.
59	30/03/2021	Benchmark Survey Questionnaire Developed	Questionnaire prepared for the survey of Doddaharalagere village to understand farmer technology adoption and production levels.
60	04/01/2021	52nd Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed cocoon market visits, reeling machine inspections, minister meeting planning, and technical webinar schedules.
61	04/05/2021	SAI Newsletter Committee Meeting	Discussed newsletter framework, page structure, and work allocation.
62	05/01/2021	COVID-19 Safety Procedures Circulated	SAI technical committee developed and circulated precautionary measures for stakeholders.
63	02/05/2021	Virtual Meeting with Member Secretary, CSB	Discussed hosting the sericulture calendar website and financial support.
64	05/07/2021	53rd Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed Tamil Nadu World Bank project, COVID safety measures, and seed act enforcement.
65	05/08/2021	Webinar on Mulberry Cultivation and Silkworm Rearing (Rainy Season)	Technical webinar covering soil nutrition, fertilizer application, temperature control, disease management, and cocoon harvesting practices.
66	21-05-2021	Meeting with Member Secretary, CSB	Discussed updating and uploading the Sericulture Calendar on digital platforms and decided to hold further discussions with a software company for development.
67	06-01-2021	54th Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed COVID-19 awareness, high-tech cocoon market at STS Channapatna, meetings with the Department of Sericulture and CSB, digital Android mobile app for the sericulture calendar, private cocoon market issues, irregularities in cocoon markets, SAI webinars, newsletters, and pesticide misuse.
68	06-08-2021	Meeting with Otto Technologies on Sericulture Calendar	Meeting organized with the software development company regarding updating the Sericulture Calendar based on discussions with CSB.
69	06-12-2021	Strategies for Production of Quality Cocoon and Raw Silk	Technical session discussing cocoon quality improvement, cocoon grading, price fixation, spinning environment control, and improved reeling machines.
70	25-06-2021	RSPs and CRCs Sub-Committee Meeting	Discussed shortage and high cost of bivoltine seed cocoons and decided to bring the issue to the notice of the Department of Sericulture.
71	26-06-2021	Webinar on Residual Toxicity of Pesticides	Discussed pesticide residue impact on silkworm health and cocoon production and recommended use of bio-control agents for mulberry pest management.
72	07-01-2021	55th Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed private cocoon market impact, regular technical webinars, newsletters, participation in National Innovation Survey 2021, and protection of KSSRDI.
73	07-02-2021	Redressal of Grievances – CSB Letter	CSB responded regarding import of silk goods from China through ASEAN countries and confirmed that the matter was referred to the Ministry of Commerce.
74	07-06-2021	Discussion on Tamil Nadu World Bank Project	Reviewed and fine-tuned the proposed World Bank Bivoltine Sericulture Improvement Project for Tamil Nadu.
75	07-08-2021	Meeting with Sericulture Commissioner Sri Peddappaiah	Discussed industry issues and SAI activities. The Commissioner assured cooperation and support for SAI initiatives.
76	07-08-2021	Release of First SAI Newsletter	Quarterly newsletter (Jan–Mar 2021) printed and circulated covering COVID-19 impact on silk industry and other sericulture developments.
77	07-10-2021	Webinar: Private Marketing – Boon or Bane	Discussed issues related to private cocoon trading and potential risks to farmers and reelers.
78	13-07-2021	Preliminary Meeting – Tamil Nadu World Bank Project	Discussion to refine and improve the proposed sericulture development project for Tamil Nadu.
79	15-07-2021	SAI Zoom Meeting on Tamil Nadu Project	Detailed discussion on project components and budget adjustments.
80	02-08-2021	56th Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed village adoption program, district sub-committees, merger of QSSC with SAI, and circulation of newsletters.
81	14-08-2021	Webinar on Drip Irrigation and Fertigation in Mulberry	Discussed efficient water management techniques and drip irrigation technologies for mulberry cultivation.
82	17-08-2021	Meeting with Tamil Nadu Stakeholders	Presented project components and benefits to stakeholders and agreed to modify project proposals based on feedback.
83	18-08-2021	Technical Committee Meeting – Tamil Nadu Project	Updated project components and budget after discussions with Tamil Nadu stakeholders.
84	09-01-2021	57th Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed sericulture development issues, pebrine disease, AGM planning, newsletter updates, and village adoption program.
85	09-11-2021	SAI Webinar – Extension Activities in Sericulture	Panel discussion on strengthening extension services, farmer training, FPO formation, and improved coordination among sericulture agencies.
86	10-04-2021	58th Executive Committee Meeting	Reviewed Tamil Nadu project, committee decisions, webinar planning, and bylaw amendments.
87	10-09-2021	Annual General Body Meeting (15th)	AGM held online discussing merger of QSSC with SAI, bylaw amendments, and reconstitution of committees.
88	11-10-2021	Meeting with Sericulture Minister Sri Narayanagowda	Discussed sericulture development activities and the proposal not to merge KSSRDI with UAS Bangalore.
89	13-10-2021	SAI Newsletter – Volume 2 Issue 2	Newsletter printed covering mulberry pest management, cultivation practices, and sericulture success stories.
90	16-10-2021	Webinar on Muscardine Disease Management	Discussed causes, prevention, and control measures for muscardine disease in silkworm rearing.
91	11-02-2021	Executive Committee Meeting	First meeting of the new executive committee identifying office bearers and directors of Silk Association of India.
92	23-11-2021	Letters written to Shri Piyush Goyal, Honorable Minister of Textiles, Government of India	Letters were addressed to various officials including the Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Textiles, and Government of Karnataka requesting to maintain status quo on the proposed GST hike on textiles and garments.
93	01-12-2021	60th Executive Committee Meeting at Lokapavani Chawki Rearing Centre, Sangapura, Pandavapura Taluk, Mandya District	Agenda included progress of Doddaharalagere village adoption, Tamil Nadu Sericulture Improvement Project, membership fee reduction, webinar topics, and highlights of the meeting with the Sericulture Minister.
94	11-12-2021	Meeting with Smt. Roop Rashi Mahapatra, Textile Commissioner, Government of India	SAI members submitted a memorandum explaining industry challenges and requested that GST on textiles should not be increased.
95	11-12-2021	Webinar on Management of Muscardine in Late Age Silkworm Rearing	Experts discussed causes of muscardine disease and recommended preventive measures including environmental management and proper disinfection practices.
96	14-12-2021	Meeting with Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman and Smt. Darshana Vikram Jardosh in New Delhi	SAI representatives submitted a memorandum requesting the Government of India not to increase GST on silk and silk goods.
97	27-12-2021	Meeting with Shri Basavaraj Bommai, Honorable Chief Minister of Karnataka	Industry representatives jointly submitted a memorandum requesting the government not to increase GST on raw silk and silk products.
98	03-01-2022	61st Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed outcomes of meetings with central ministers regarding GST issues and reviewed reports from zonal chapters and village adoption programs.
99	04-01-2022	Meeting with Shri Piyush Goyal and Smt. Darshana Jardosh	A thanksgiving meeting was organized with industry associations after the government decided not to increase GST on textiles.
100	08-01-2022	Webinar on Powdery Mildew Management in Mulberry	Experts discussed causes and control measures for powdery mildew disease affecting mulberry cultivation.
101	14-01-2022	SAI Newsletter Volume 2 Issue 3 Released	The newsletter covered topics such as strengthening sericulture extension services, KSMB rejuvenation, and sustainable bivoltine sericulture strategies.
102	20-01-2022	SAI Technical Committee Meeting	Discussed the possibility of SAI participating in government skill development programs related to sericulture.
103	01-02-2022	62nd Executive Committee Meeting	Agenda included webinar topics, newsletter publication, village adoption progress, and sericulture department budget proposals.
104	09-02-2022	Pre-Budget Meeting with Sericulture Minister	SAI directors presented budget proposals for sericulture development for the financial year 2022–23.
105	12-02-2022	Webinar on Farmers’ Innovations for Sustainable Sericulture	Farmers and experts presented innovative technologies including automated environmental control systems and cocoon harvesting machines.
106	15-02-2022	Meeting with Farmers and Reelers at Ramanagara	Stakeholders discussed issues related to private cocoon markets and decided to form a state-level committee.
107	23-02-2022	Meeting with Farmers and Reelers at KSSRDI	Follow-up meeting to address private cocoon market issues and formulate an action plan.
108	02-03-2022	63rd Executive Committee Meeting	Reviewed budget proposals, newsletter publication, village adoption progress, and webinar topics.
109	03-04-2022	SAI Included in High-Level Committee for Sericulture Development	The Karnataka Government constituted a high-level committee and included SAI as a member organization.
110	03-12-2022	Webinar on Farmers’ Innovations for Sustainable Sericulture	Experts and farmers presented innovations in sericulture tools, machinery, and technology.
111	22-03-2022	SAI Received 80G Tax Exemption	SAI obtained 80G certification enabling donors to claim tax benefits.
112	25-03-2022	SAI Mysore Zone Meeting at CSRTI Mysore	Scientists and stakeholders discussed pebrine disease, pest infestation, and technology transfer challenges.
113	30-03-2022	Meeting with Tamil Nadu Government Officials	Discussion with Tamil Nadu officials regarding the proposed sericulture improvement project supported by the World Bank.
114	07-04-2022	64th Executive Committee Meeting	Reviewed sericulture budget proposals, newsletter plans, zonal chapter progress, and foundation day celebrations.
115	04-09-2022	Webinar on Role of Soil pH and Organic Carbon in Mulberry Cultivation	Experts discussed soil health and its role in producing high-quality mulberry leaves.
116	13-04-2022	Letters to Sericulture Department Officials	SAI wrote letters regarding pebrine disease incidence and recommended preventive measures.
117	16-04-2022	Technical Committee Meeting	Discussed arrangements for SAI foundation day celebrations and conference planning.
118	18-04-2022	Meeting with Sericulture Commissioner Smt. Sindhu Roopesh	Discussion regarding distribution of materials to farmers of the adopted village Doddaharalagere.
119	21-04-2022	Webinar on Pebrine Disease in Pure Mysore Seed Area	Experts discussed causes, spread, and preventive measures for pebrine disease affecting silkworm production.
120	25-04-2022	Letters Sent Following Webinar Recommendations	Detailed letters sent to government authorities regarding pebrine disease management and preventive measures.
121	05-01-2022	Bengaluru Zone-1 First Meeting	Meeting organized to form zonal committees and address sericulture issues in Bengaluru region districts.
122	05-04-2022	Meeting with Sericulture Commissioner and Officials	Discussion on Karnataka Sericulture Improvement Project and Doddaharalagere village development program.
123	05-09-2022	65th Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed webinar planning, foundation day preparations, zonal chapter progress, and pebrine disease situation.
124	14-05-2022	Webinar on Role of Farmer Producer Companies	Discussion on challenges and solutions for establishing and managing Farmer Producer Companies in the silk industry.
125	17-05-2022	Meeting with Sericulture Minister at Vikasa Soudha	Discussed silk park project, Reshme Bhavana construction, pebrine disease situation, and ARM establishment at Channapatna.
126	18-05-2022	Meeting with Sericulture Commissioner and Officials	Detailed presentation on pebrine disease control strategies and action plan preparation.
127	01-06-2022	66th Executive Committee Meeting	Reviewed ministerial meetings, webinar follow-ups, newsletter printing, and foundation day preparations.
128	06-05-2022	SAI Bengaluru Zone Chapter Meeting	Discussed pebrine testing requirements, membership fee reduction, and seed cocoon pricing issues.
129	11-06-2022	Webinar on Control of Pebrine Disease	Experts suggested establishing a task force and implementing strict disease control measures.
130	15-06-2022	Newspaper Notifications Issued	Public notices issued in newspapers highlighting the spread of pebrine disease and crop losses.
131	26-06-2022	Meeting with Registered Seed Producers	Producers discussed losses due to pebrine disease and requested SAI intervention with authorities.
132	01-07-2022	67th Executive Committee Meeting	Reviewed meetings regarding pebrine disease control and foundation day event preparations.
133	08-07-2022	Material Distribution Function at Sulibele	Equipment worth ₹5 lakh distributed to farmers of Doddaharalagere adopted village.
134	01-08-2022	68th Executive Committee Meeting	Discussed pebrine disease situation, foundation day preparations, newsletters, and zonal chapter activities.
135	04-08-2022	Mysore Zonal Chapter Technical Workshop	Workshop on pest control and soil nutrient management conducted for farmers at Kaggalahalli.

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