On the banks of the holy river Ganga lies the historical town of Bhagalpur. Bhagalpur has its presence in the world as a producer of quality silk. The silk industry in the city dates back to around 200 years and a whole clan exists that has been producing silk for generations.  Bhagalpur is well known for its sericulture, manufacture of silk yarns and weaving them into exquisite and gorgeous designs.  The silk manufactured in Bhagalpur is unique and distinct and it is known as Tussah or Tusser silk.  The geo-climatic condition of Bhagalpur is suitable for rearing Tussar cocoon. Bhagalpur silk is haven for those who want to get lost in the artistic richness, as its texture and designs are enchanting. Its specialties are Ghiccha, Katia and different types of Tussar silk yarns famous for their rustic look and coarse texture of their fabrics.

The Bhagalpur cluster is engaged in a manifold of business activities such as:

The main objective of the cluster is to raise the earnings and improving the standard of living of the handloom weavers through planned interventions in the Bhagalpur district.  The key area of focus for the cluster development will be creating a vibrant web presence, forming a strong marketing consortium; and workshop and training interventions.

The industry makes 2 million meters of silk in a year. The annual turn over of Bhagalpur is believed to be around 100 crores.  The cluster includes seven villages, Hussainabad, Champa Nagar, Kharik Bazaar, Purani, Aliganj, Nathnagar and Ambabaug; the weavers in these villages specialize in producing different varieties of silks like Tusser, Muga, Katia, Eri, Ghicchia, and mulberry. They fashion some beautiful bed sheets, scarves, stoles, and sarees, furnishing materials, cushion covers, curtains, table covers, runners and dress material.