(a) the production and demand of chilli in each State/UT during
each of the last three years;
(b) whether the Government proposes to allow export of chillies to
other countries due to the bumper production in the country; and
(c) if so, the details thereof?
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE, FOOD PROCESSING
INDUSTRIES AND PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS (SHRI HARISH RAWAT)
(a): A statement showing production of chilli in each State/UT during
each of the last three years is Annexed. No data is maintained for demand
of chillies in the country.
(b) & (c): Chilli is a major item in the export basket of spices.
The export of chillies to other countries during the last three years is
as under:-
Year Quantity (Tonnes) Value (Rs. in Lakh)
2008-09 1,88,000 108095.00
2009-10 2,04,000 129172.80
2010-11 2,40,000 1,69,500 2011-12 153554.00 160408.00 (April to Jan)