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ART bill: Nobody bothers When Bollywood heartthrob Sharukh and Gauri khan’s baby boy arrived the miracle of science was criticized as well as appreciated by many. As the clamor dies down, it's high time to look into the commercialized angle involved around the surrogacy. Assisted Reproductive Technologies (ARTs) through which surrogacies are conducted is estimated to be fastest growing million dollar industry in Indian market and is helping medical tourism sector to show tremendous boost. Dr Manoj Chellani, IVF Expert, Aayush ICSI test Tube Baby Center says “While the proposed ART bill is much awaited step towards regulation, there is much to be desired from several clauses especially concerning commercial surrogacy. Over the last few years the severe issues of safety, rights, costs and ethical practice has been raised due to this unregulated proliferation” The 2010 bill is drafted taking extra precautions so that no surrogate can extend claim over the baby.