Mysuru, March 13 -- With Ugadi round the corner and Ramzan festivities underway, women from Mysuru city, surrounding taluks and villages flocked to the Karnataka Silk Industries Corporation (KSIC) premises on Manandavadi Road this morning to secure their favourite silk sarees. The occasion: 25 percent discount on seconds sale silk sarees from today until Mar. 15.

Renowned for its rich texture and enduring sheen, the Mysore Silk saree is a symbol of heritage and culture, cherished by women for over three centuries. In Karnataka, particularly, women prefer draping themselves in Mysore Silk to exude grace during festivals and special occasions.

Thousands of women, accompanied by a few men and family members, arrived at the KSIC Silk Weavin...