Cannabis Hidden Among Cotton And Tuar Crops, Police Seize Plants Worth ₹8.20 Crore In MP's Dhar

In Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district, police have seized a significant quantity of cannabis plants, estimated to be worth ₹8.20 crore, during a series of raids conducted under Operation Prahar. ASP Vijay Dawar announced the operation at a press conference, stating that the illegal cannabis cultivation was discovered in fields and forest areas under six police station jurisdictions - Manawar, Tirla, Rajgarh, Bagh, Tanda, and Dhamnod.

The cannabis plants, weighing over 7,327 kg, were found growing among various crops including cotton and tuar. Police received information about the cultivation, which prompted them to conduct searches and raids. As a result of these actions, eleven cases have been registered under Sections 8/20 of the NDPS Act. Out of those involved, two have been arrested, while nine others are still at large. Police are actively searching for the remaining suspects.

According to Dawar, the operation is being carried out under the direction of SP Sachin Sharma, focusing on the detection, production, and trafficking of narcotics. The investigation is ongoing, with police questioning the arrested accused and exploring the origin of the seeds used in the cultivation process. They are also trying to establish potential supply networks and identify any other individuals who may be involved in this illegal activity.