Question : EXPORT OF BICYCLES

(a) whether Indian bicycles are gaining popularity in foreign markets;

(b) if so, the number of bicycles exported during each of the last three years and the current year and foreign exchange earned therefrom, country-wise;

(c) whether any incentives are being given to bicycle industry by the Government to boost their exports and competitiveness; and

(d) if so, the details thereof?

THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY(SHRI JAIRAM RAMESH)

(a) Yes, Sir.

(b) The details of exports of bicycles (not motorized) for the last 3 years are given below:

(Value in US $ Million)	2005-06	2006-07	2007-08	2008-09	Apr-June
Quantity	Value	Quantity	Value	Quantity	Value	Value

800588	24.19	856263	28.4	788846	27.8	6.23