Lucknow is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh (UP) and the second largest city after Kanpur in UP. Lucknow is also the administrative headquarter of the eponymous district and division. Lucknow has always been a multicultural city that flourished as a North Indian cultural and artistic hub and was the seat of power of Nawabs in the 18th and 19th centuries. It continues to be an important centre of governance, administration, education, commerce, aerospace, finance, pharmaceuticals, technology, design, culture, tourism, music, and poetry. Lucknow sits on the north-western shore of the Gomti River. .

Hindi is the city's official language. However, the most prominent language spoken in Lucknow is the Hindi-Urdu language. Though it is an ancient language and is often referred to as Lucknawi Urdu. As the seat of the government of Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow is the site of Vidhan Sabha, the High Court and numerous government departments and agencies. It is also the location of many social and cultural institutions of national significance, such as the Kathak, Khayal, Nawabs and Classical music. It is also the birthplace of British pop star Sir Cliff Richard. With reference to health care Sanjay Gandhi Post Graduate Institute of Medical Science (SGPGI) at Rae Bareli Road has attraction of the U.P. State. As for as with relation to tourism several historical buildings constructed by Nawab’s are situated in the city and attracting the tourist. Lucknow, the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh is world renowned for its traditional Chikankari & Zari-zardozi embroidery, Dashehari Mangoes. This traditional embroidery style is one of Lucknow’s most ancient and well-known art forms, believed to be introduced by the Mughals.

Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh is situated 23 Mts. above sea level. It is situated on 26° 30’- 27° 10’ North latitude and 80° 30’- 81° 13’ East longitude. Lucknow covers an area of 2528 km squire .Lucknow district has been divided into 5 Tehsils, 8 Blocks, and 961 villages. On its eastern side lies Barabanki District, on the western side is Unnao District, on the southern side Raebareli District, and on the northern side the Sitapur and Hardoi districts.
Lucknow is accessible from every part of India through Air, Rail and Road. It is directly connected with New Delhi, Patna, Kolkata, Mumbai, Varanasi, Bengaluru, Thiruvananthapuram, and other major cities by Amausi airport. Some Overseas cities are also directly connected from Lucknow by Air.

Awadh, known as the granary of India, was important strategically for the control of the fertile plain between the Ganges and the Yamuna rivers known as the Doab. Situated in the heart of the great Gangetic plain, Lucknow city is surrounded by its rural towns and villages like the orchard town of Malihabad, historic Kakori, Mohanlal ganj, Gosainganj, Chinhat, Itaunja. The Gomti River, the chief geographical feature, meanders through the city, dividing it into the Trans-Gomti and Cis-Gomti regions. Lucknow city is in the seismic zone III. Lucknow has a warm humid subtropical climate with cool, dry winters from December to February and dry, hot summers from April to June.
The rainy season is from mid-June to mid-September, when Lucknow gets an average rainfall of 896.2 millimetres (35.28 in) from the south-west monsoon winds, and occasionally frontal rainfall will occur in January. In winter, the maximum temperature is around 25 °C (77 °F) and the minimum is in the 2 to 3 degrees Celsius range. Fog is quite common from late December to late January. Summers are extremely hot with temperatures rising to the 40-to-46-degree Celsius range.

Ready-made garments and Embroidery sector of MSME with 6403 units in the district is the most prominent and economy contributing sector of the district. It is followed by sectors such as “Repair and installation of machinery and Equipment,” “Misc. Manufacturing” with 4801 and 1117 units, respectively.

Out of total population of 4,589,838 (2011 census), 1,542,806 are working population. Out of total working population, 68.99% are working in other industries, 24.54% are cultivators and agricultural labourers and only 6.47% are household industry workers. This indicates that agriculture is the main source of income in the district.

The total export from Lucknow is approximately INR 1528.18 Crore for the period September 2020 to November 2021.
Apart from the above-mentioned products, Service Sector Exports from Lucknow has tremendous untapped potential to take India’s Services Export from the current US$200 Billion to US$700 Billion in the next 5 years. Lucknow is having a very well-developed infrastructure in the 5 out of 12 Champion sectors. The 5 Champion sectors are Tourism and Hospitality, Medical Value Travel, Education Services, Information Technology Enabled Services (ITeS), Audio- Visual Services, Transportation & Logistics Services and Environmental Services. Details are mentioned in Section 9.

The word "Chikan" means intricacy and it was derived from Persian whereas, "Kari" means work in Hindi. The art of Chikan embroidery in India is known to be a 400-year-old craft.

Following are principal Industry Associations/SPVs that are working for the development of Chikankari in Lucknow:
► Lucknow Chikankari Cluster Audhyogic Utpadan Sahkari Samiti Ltd.
► Chikan Traders Association
► Chikan Handicraft Association
► Sewa Lucknow
► Shilp Sadhna

The word "Chikan" means intricacy and it was derived from Persian whereas, "Kari" means work in Hindi. The art of Chikan embroidery in India is known to be a 400-year-old craft. It came to India with Noorjahan, the queen of Jahangeer, the Mughal Emperor. It was practiced by other begums (wives) of mughal emperors as well. Chikankari thrived under the patronage of the rulers of Awadh. It was when the capital of Awadh shifted to Lucknow from Faizabad, in the year 1722 that the Chikankari craft came to Lucknow. The products crafted were for the individual consumption of the royal family. After the year 1860 until 1947, TOPI PALLA was the only commercial product that was sold.
Zari zardozi is a style of embroidery that came to India from central Asia in the 12th century. An ornate and sumptuous craft, it was patronised by the affluent and courtly classes. In current times, it has seen a popular revival, and is a favourite at weddings and on fashion ramps. Today, Lucknow is well known for its Chikankari and Zari-zardozi work across the World. The famous Chikankari or Chikan embroidery in Lucknow is the biggest artisan-based cluster of India with about 2,50,000 artisans associated and with a turnover of about INR 1,200 crore.8 The pockets include, Smileganj, Chinhat, Takroh, Aminabad, Indiranagar, Alam Bagh, Kakori and Sadourna etc. Owing to its rich heritage, size, and contribution to the district’s economy, the GoUP has selected this craft under ODOP programme. Lucknow’s Chikankari and Zari-zardozi has also received the GI tag due to its historical importance and uniqueness.

At present, Chikankari & Zari-zardozi craft is primarily practiced by the majority of rural Muslim women. Over the years, embroidery in India has transformed itself to bring out contemporary professionalism in the craft, along with preserving the craft’s traditional nature. Based on the production design, the products can be categorized into two categories Traditional Wear and modern Wear. At the onset of the craft, one of the first products ever manufactured was for the headgear used by the nawabs in Lucknow. It was in the due process that the embroidery art was also transformed and diversified into a variety of products. The traditional products comprise of Caps, Chakan, Angrakha, Kurta-Kameez and Applique etc. The modern products in the cluster are categorized as men’s wear, such as embroidered sherwani, handkerchief and shirts etc; women’s wear, like unstitched suit - salwar cloth, stitched suit, saree, kurti, lehenga, ladies’ short kurta; children’s clothing, like a baby set, etc. Over a period, the artisans of Lucknow Chikankari have additionally indulged in product diversification by fabricating new-fangled products, like table mat, pillow cover, bedsheet, curtain, table accessories, cushion cover, etc. Zardozi is a type of heavy and elaborate metal embroidery on a silk, satin, or velvet fabric base. Designs are often created using gold and silver threads and can incorporate pearls, beads, and precious stones. It is used as decoration for a wide range of applications, including clothes, household textiles, and animal trappings. Historically, it was used to adorn the walls of royal tents, scabbards, wall hangings and the paraphernalia of regal elephants and horses. Initially, the embroidery was done with pure silver wires and real gold leaves. However, today, craftsmen make use of a combination of copper wire, with a golden or silver polish, and silk thread.

The following are the key products manufactured in the cluster: 1. Polyester Saree: One of the major products sold in Chikankari is polyester saree. Though chanderi, silk and cotton were majorly used for making saree in Lucknow before. Polyester saree materials have gained popularity in the recent years due to its durability, affordable rates and easily availability. Moreover, they are widely available in numerous colours and weaving pattern. 2. Kurtis: Kurtis has gain prominence in recent years as it can be worn by ladies over the jeans. Thus, Kurtis have become a unique symbol of confluence of old and modern traditions. Moreover, it can be worn for any occasions. Kurtis have become a major product of chikankari as their price range is generally on lower side and they come in numerous shapes, colour, and cater to all ages. Prime raw material used in making kurtis is polyester. 3. Types of Chikankari Embroidery Stitches: Chikan embroidery has a repertoire of about 40 stitches of which about 30 are still being used. These can be broadly divided into 3 heads - flat stitches, raised and embossed stitches, and the open trellis-like jaali work. Some of these have equivalents in other embroideries, the rest are manipulations that make them distinctive and unique. They cover all the embroidery stitches of the country and have interesting and descriptive names. Some of the traditional names are Taipchi, Pechni, Pashni, Bakhia, Gitti, Jangira, Murri, Phanda and Jaalis. ;

Lucknow Chikankari Craft has been awarded Geographical Indication (G.I.) status in 2008 and is valid up to 2027. Total number of authorized users are 113. Lucknow Zardozi has also been awarded Geographical Indication (G.I.) status in 2013 and there are 82 authorised users registered. ;

Cluster Stakeholders

The following table lists the HS codes under which the products are exported from the district:;

The export scenario of India and Uttar Pradesh have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes mentioned above under which chikankari and Zari-Zardozi products are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product codes.;
Based on our analysis, we have identified key synergies that should be developed to expand our current reach and potential; These synergies are divided into immediate and long term. The immediate synergies include countries with Signed FTA’s, high growth potential, and one is catered by India and not UP. Whereas the long-term synergies include countries with untapped market potential which can only be fulfilled if UP’s exporters comply and raise the quality of the product to the highest standards, freight rates are more subsidized and major efforts is required in marketing which will require time to accommodate the same.

Product 581092: Uttar Pradesh exports this product to UAE, Italy, Saudi Arabia, China, USA, Turkey, Hong Kong, Japan, Thailand, Nepal, and Morocco. Below figure shows the top importers for this product (581092) in the world:

► The total exports of Chikankari and Zardozi products from Lucknow district was approx. INR 60 crores in year 2018-19.
► As per the exporters from Chikankari, the demand for the design depends a lot on the local climatic condition. While the GCC countries preferred light weight fabrics and attires like Hijabs, scarfs, stoles, suits, dupattas, along with the accessories.
► The cluster has tremendous export potential, but owing to lack of proper market assessment mechanism, changing design patterns, specific demand preferences.
► Hence, it was pointed out that the proper study of the foreign market, region specific demand patterns to be ascertained. Along with that, a common platform to be created where there can be an integration between the exporters and importers, thereby making the export ecosystem robust and effective.
► Chikankari and Zardozi products do not have specific HSN codes. Based on stake holder consultations, following HSN codes were mentioned for the product. –

Product Diversification is one of the most crucial product uplifting strategies which in turn is an important part of a product’s export. This plays a vital role in any products exports as it is a product uplifting strategy. Most artisans are not bothered about changing their product range and they fail to understand that it is an integral part of comprehensive marketing.
Diversification can be brought in the cluster by: 1. Development of a new products: The artisans of the district should be encouraged to diversify the product categories and must be provided with enough resources to create innovative products without losing the ancestral essence of the craft. The artisans going forward should focus on creating Sofa covers, dining covers, bedsheets, Sherwani (top looks like men’s sherwani). Combination of Chikankari and Zari product on wall hanging is also in high demand. 2. Modifications of Existing Products It has also been found that most of the artisans use no strategy for making modifications to the existing products in the light of design and fusion. The artisans can make fusion products by blending zari & Chikankari work with madhubani or block prints. They can also expand in terms of the materials they use for making the products by introducing cotton and jute into their product range.

The Dasheri mango is a mango cultivar which originated in a village near Kakori in Lucknow district in the 18th century. It is a sweet and fragrant variety of mango grown in North India, the southern state Andhra Pradesh, Nepal, and Pakistan .

The Dasheri mango is a mango cultivar which originated in a village near Kakori in Lucknow district in the 18th century. It is a sweet and fragrant variety of mango grown in North India, the southern state Andhra Pradesh, Nepal, and Pakistan . Malihabad in Uttar Pradesh is the largest producer of this variety. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the land area, turnover and GI status
Uttar Pradesh ranks 1st in production of fresh Mangos with the share of 23.47% and highest productivity. The total export of Mango from India was Rs. 400 Cr. during the year 2019-2020.15 The major export destinations were UAE, UK, USA, Oman & Qatar etc. Maharashtra & Gujarat are two top exporting states in the Country. The total export of Fresh Mango from the Uttar Pradesh was Rs. 1.84 cr. in 2020-2021 with share of less than 1% share in total national exports. As regards the export of Dasheri variety of Mango under HS code 08045024 is concerned, it was Rs. 64.13 Lakh in 2020-2021 having share of 33% in total exports of UP (It is largest commercial variety of Mango being exported from the State. The largest of 14 mango belts in UP, Malihabad has 40,000 hectares of land under cultivation. Malihabad is the mango capital of India and has some of the oldest mango trees. The groves here are owned by families who have been in the mango-growing business for years, some even for 100 or 200 years!" Malihabad is the mango-lover's Garden of Eden; Chausa, Langda, Safeda and many other famous varieties of mangoes are grown here.

Malihabadi Dasheri mango grows in Lucknow Mango Belt which is spread over three blocks of Lucknow—Mall, Malihabad and Kakori. Dasheri mangoes are small to medium-sized fruits, averaging 9 to 15 centimetres in length, and have an elongated, straight oval shape with blunt, curved ends. The skin is semi-thick, smooth, leathery, and subtly waxy, ranging in colour from light green to yellow green, transforming into a golden yellow hue when ripe. Underneath the surface, the orange flesh is tender, succulent, and entirely fibreless, encasing a moderately-sized stone. Dasheri mangoes are highly aromatic and bear a tropical, nectar-like scent. The fruit’s flesh is very sweet and contains tropical, fruity, and mildly tangy nuances.

Malihabadi Dasheri mango has been awarded Geographical Indication (G.I.) status in 2009 and is valid up to 2028.

Following are principal Industry Associations/SPVs that are working for the development of Mangoes:
► Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
► Agriculture and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
► The Central Institute of Subtropical Research (CISH)
► Regional Food Research & Analysis Centre (R-FRAC)
► National Horticulture Board (NHB)
► Mango Growers Association of India
► Government Food Science Training Centre, Lucknow

HS codes under which the product is exported from the district.The export scenario of India and Uttar Pradesh have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes 08045024 under which mangoes and mangosteens are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code;

The export scenario of India and Uttar Pradesh have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes 08045024 under which mangoes and mangosteens are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code;

► The total exports of Mangoes from Lucknow district were around INR 64 Lakhs in year 2020-21.
► India's exports represent 3.8% of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 8.17 Product 080450: India exported this product to Saudi Arabia, UAE, Yemen, Netherlands, UK, Kuwait, Oman, USA, Qatar, China etc. Below figure shows the top importers for this product (080450) in the world:

Product Diversification – The Industry may focus on export of value-added items like Jams, Juices, Pickles, Powder etc. to generate additional revenue.

The state is a leading producer in manufacturing engineering goods. Several Engineering & Auto components are manufactured in Lucknow, Noida & Ghaziabad. There are more than 2,500 units involved in manufacturing of engineering goods in Lucknow.
Some of the large-scale industries in the district are Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Faizabad Road, Scooter India Ltd, Sarojini Nagar Industrial Estate, Lucknow, Tata Motors Ltd, Deva Road, Chinhat, Lucknow.

The demand for engineering goods is generated both domestically and internationally. There are multiple engineering goods manufacturers in Lucknow, who export their products to Italy, Germany, UK etc. The product portfolio of the cluster is well diversified. However, export is undertaken through only 2 codes unlike the Ghaziabad cluster which undertake its exports under 50 NIC codes.
The engineering goods industry in Lucknow is quite old and well-established thus, most of the units have a set marketing/ distribution network, which has benefitted them for years. These networks help these units supply their products to retailers around the country. It is very common for units which follow the order-based business model to get repeat orders.

Engineering Goods has multiple products under this sector. The key products are:
► Basic iron and steel products (hot-rolled and cold-rolled products, tube and tube fittings, railway track materials (unassembled rails), wire by cold drawing or stretching)
► Casted iron and steel products (tubes, pipes and hollow profiles and tube or pipe fittings)
► Structural metal products (Metal doors, windows and frames, shutters, gates, similar articles used on buildings; metal frameworks or skeletons for construction; industrial frameworks in metal)
► Tanks, reservoirs, and containers of metal (for compressed or liquefied gas, central heating boilers and radiators, parts, and accessories)
► Auxiliary plants for use with boiler (condensers, economizers, superheaters, steam collectors and accumulators)
► Metalworking service activities (forging, pressing, stamping, and roll-forming of metal; powder metallurgy; machining; treatment (hardening, boring, turning, milling, grinding, welding, etc.) and coating of metals)
► Ingot Moulds
► Cutlery, hand tools (for agricultural/ horticulture/ forestry), hand tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, and general hardware (locks/ keys, hinges, saws, clamps, etc.), hardware for buildings, vehicles etc. ;

► Metal sanitaryware such as baths, sinks, washbasins, and similar articles
► Metal reinforced safes, vaults, strong room doors, gates, and metal goods
► Metal parts of electric transformers, ballasts, electric motors
► Electronic and electric insulated wires/ cables (made of steel, copper, aluminium)
► Engines and turbines (except aircraft, vehicle, and cycle engines)
► Components for IC engines (pistons, piston rings, carburettors, inlet, and exhaust valves) and turbines
► Fluid power equipment (hydraulic and pneumatic components (pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, hose, and fittings), pneumatic air preparation equipment, hydraulic transmission equipment)
► Hand pumps, other metal pumps, compressors, taps and valves etc.
► Metal bearings, gears, gearing and driving elements
► Ovens, furnaces, and furnace burners
► Lifting and handling equipment (lifts, escalators and moving walkways)
► Agricultural and forestry machinery and metal parts (tractors, ploughs, Seeders, harvesting or threshing machinery)

Cluster Stakeholders

The cluster comprises of support institutions that can be broadly classified into three categories – trade and industry association, educational and training institutions, and other institutions. The trade and industry associations assist industries in the cluster in getting clearances and approvals, solving issues regarding industrial infrastructure, providing information on latest government schemes etc. Educational and training institute provide training to labours and assist in addressing availability of skilled labour. Other institutions comprise banks and logistics service providers.
Following are main Industry Associations that are working for the development of Engineering Goods sector:
► Indian Industries Association (IIA)
► Engineering Export Promotion Council (EEPC)
► All India Manufacturers’ Organization (AIMO)
► Exporters Association
► Industrial Area Manufacturers’ Association (AIMA)
► The Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM)
► Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
► Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)

The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes 732599 & 870423 under which engineering goods are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code;

The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS codes 732599 & 870423 under which engineering goods are exported. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code. ;

► The total exports of Engineering Goods from Lucknow district as per HS code 732599 & 870423 is around INR 47.02 crores from September 2020 to November 2021.
► India's exports represent 4.21% of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 1 under HS code 732599 and 19 under HS Code 870423.

The following are the key areas for development of the product category and the cluster:
► Creation of strong linkages with Government departments like Railway, Defense, Aerospace etc. for them to act as permanent buyers
► Focus on creation of product prototypes basis sectors of potential buyers and their demand
► Improving the competitiveness, product quality, efficiency of the cluster etc., by incorporating lean manufacturing, Zero Defect Zero Effect techniques etc. Schemes such as CLCS-TUS of DC-MSME can be utilized for the same

The state is a leading producer in agriculture products like rice, wheat, sugarcane etc. The economy of the cluster is heavily dependent on agriculture products. Approximate Export turnover of the Rice, Sugar and wheat is INR 43.71 Cr, 80.56 Cr and 79.89 Cr respectively

Rice: Any rice other than Basmati Rice is named as non-Basmati rice. In the world it has been reported that there are over 10,000 varieties of rice and out of which the maximum number are in India. Sugar: Currently, about 110 countries produce sugar from either cane or beet, and eight countries produce sugar from both cane and beet. Sugarcane, on average, accounts for 80% of global sugar production. Last October/September season the major sugar producing countries (India, Brazil, EU-28, Thailand, China, USA, Russia, Mexico, Pakistan, Australia) accounted for nearly 70% of global output. Wheat: Wheat cultivation in India traditionally been dominated by the northern region of India. While this cereal grass has been studied carefully in the past, recent years of painstaking research by India's finest scientific talent has paid off with the development of distinctly superior varieties of Durum Wheat.
This hard wheat is cultivated in clayey soil and is highly sought after for its physical characteristics. Its high gluten strength and uniform golden colour makes it ideal for bread making and pasta preparation unlike the softer commercially high yielding wheat, which lacks the strength and consistency of durum. Today, India is exporting enough of all types of wheat and extensive research efforts are underway for improving its cereals and grain output in the years to come. Wheat cultivation has traditionally been dominated by the northern region of India. With a production reaching ten times in past five years, India is today the second largest wheat producer in the entire world. Various studies and research show that wheat and wheat flour play an increasingly significant role in the management of India’s food economy.

Rice: Multiple varieties of rice exist including short-grain, medium-grain, and long-grain varieties. Sugar: Sugar crops offer production alternatives to food, such as livestock feed, fibre, and energy, particularly biofuels (sugar-based ethanol) and co-generation of electricity (cane bagasse). Sugarcane is regarded as one of the most significant and efficient sources of biomass for biofuel production. A wide range of environmental and social issues relate to sugar production and processing, and sugar crop growers, processors, plus energy and food companies, are seeking ways to address concerns related to sugar production, biofuels, and sustainability. Wheat: The main varieties of wheat grown in India are as follows VL-832, VL-804, HS-365, HS-240, HD2687, WH-147, WH-542, PBW-343, WH-896(d), PDW-233(d), UP-2338, PBW-502, Shresth (HD 2687), Aditya (HD 2781), HW-2044, HW-1085, NP-200(di), HW-741. ;

Cluster Stakeholders (Rice, Sugar and Wheat)

► Agriculture and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
► Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
► Indian Institute of Sugarcane Research (IISR)
► National Sugar Institute, Kanpur
► Agriculture Department
► Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK)
► Indian Industries Association (IIA)
► Rice Export Promotion Forum (REPF)
► Participatory Rural Development Foundation (PRDF) - PRDF is a Gorakhpur based philanthropic organisation founded Dr. Ram Chet Chaudhary, a leading Agri-scientist working for the benefit of farming community of North India
► International Rice Research Institute (IRRI) - world’s premier research organization dedicated to reducing poverty and hunger through rice science; improving the health and welfare of rice farmers and consumers; and protecting the rice-growing environment for future generations
► National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack (NRRI) - The National Rice Research Institute is located in Cuttack in Odisha state. The basic objective of institute is to conduct basic, applied, and adaptive research on crop improvement and resource management for increasing and stabilizing rice productivity in different rice ecosystems with special emphasis on rainfed ecosystems and the related abiotic stresses
► U.P. Council of Agricultural Research (UPCAR) - The UPCAR is an autonomous apex state organisation registered as a society, which plans, co-ordinates and promotes research, education, training, and transfer of technology for advancement of agriculture and allied sciences. The UPCAR was established on June 14, 1989, with its headquarters at Lucknow.

Semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed Raw cane sugar, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form (excluding cane and beet sugar containing added flavouring or colouring and raw sugar) Wheat and meslin (excluding seed for sowing, and durum wheat) ;

Current Scenario The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS code 100630 (Semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed) under which non-Basmati rice is exported from Lucknow district. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code. ;

World sugar trade averages about 64 mln tonnes/year. Raw sugar accounts for around 60% of internationally trades volumes. Although many countries produce sugar, top five exporters (Brazil, Thailand, EU, Australia, India) were responsible on average for 70% of the world trade in 2016-18. Brazil, as the largest producing and exporting country in the world, dominates world trade, accounting for about 45% of global exports. Indonesia, China the United States were world’s largest importing nations in 2018. The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS code 170114 (Raw cane sugar, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter) & 170199 (Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form (excluding cane and beet sugar ;

The export scenario of World and India have been analysed basis the export statistics of HS code 100199 (Wheat and meslin (excluding seed for sowing, and durum wheat)) under which wheat is exported from Lucknow district. Alongside are the key facts pertaining to the analysed product code. ;

1. Rice: HS Code 100630 (Semi-milled or wholly milled rice, whether or not polished or glazed)
► The total exports of product from Lucknow district as per HS code 100630 are around INR 43.71 crores in the period September 20 to November 2021.
► India's exports represent 36.28% of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 1.
► India exported this product to Iran, Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Yemen, China, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, USA, Nepal etc. 2. Sugar: Product 170114 (Raw cane sugar, in solid form, not containing added flavouring or colouring matter) & 170199 (Cane or beet sugar and chemically pure sucrose, in solid form (excluding cane and beet sugar containing added flavouring or colouring and raw sugar)
► The total exports of product from Lucknow district as per HS code 170114 & 170199 are around INR 80.56 crores in the period September 20 to November 2021.
► India's exports represent 4.6% for HS Code 170114 and 16% for HS Code 170199 of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 3 & 1 for respective HS codes.
► India exported this product to Iran, Indonesia, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Yemen, China, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, USA, Nepal etc.
3. Wheat: Product 100199 (Wheat and meslin (excluding seed for sowing, and durum wheat))
► The total exports of product from Lucknow district as per HS code 100199 is around INR 79.89 crores in the period September 20 to November 2021.
► India's exports represent 0.6% of world exports for this product, its ranking in world exports is 17.
► India exported this product to Bangladesh, Nepal, UAE, Afghanistan, Sri Lanka, Qatar, Somalia, Malaysia etc.

Rice: Product Diversification is one of the most crucial product uplifting strategies which in turn is an important part of a product’s export. Currently, only the grains of rice are being sold directly in the market. Knowing the health benefits of the product an initiative can be made for product diversification to manufacture value added products such as chiwda, poha, brown rice, rice noodles, idli & dosa batter. The broken rice can be used to create flour. Rice flour is gluten-free; therefore, it is an alternative for producing gluten-free products. Rice flour is also hypoallergenic. Thus, it can be utilized for producing baby food, puddings, and other food products. Due to the decreased risk for people with sensitivities, food companies prefer rice flour to other varieties of flour. Thus, it is economically justifiable to grind broken rice to produce flour for such applications. With adequate upgradation of technology in the cluster the farmers/ millers can sell by-products and generate additional income by manufacturing by-products from Rice Husks, Brans and Straws; the following are their uses: Wheat: Focus on production of flour, cracked wheat, cereals, cookies etc.

Chemical Industry is an important industry and place’s significant role in the total exports from India. The sector wise export from India under Chemical Sector is mentioned below: