Indian authorities have taken strong action against illegal cannabis farming in Dhule district, Maharashtra. They destroyed 9.49 acres of illegal cannabis plants and seized 420.39 kg of ganja, which is worth ₹20 crore. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) led this important operation to stop illegal farming.

For weeks, the DRI watched different areas closely. They found seven places in villages like Khamkheda, Ambe, and Rohini where cannabis was being grown. The farmers used advanced methods, like drip irrigation, to grow more plants and keep them healthy.

The officials followed strict rules when destroying the cannabis plants, making sure they acted according to the law. They got permission from the court before starting the destruction. They also kept detailed records of what they did to use as evidence later.

This discovery shows that there are organized drug trafficking groups in the area. The use of advanced farming techniques suggests that these operations are run by well-funded criminals, not just small farmers.

The DRI is now working hard to find and catch the people behind these illegal farms. They want to understand how the drug trafficking network operates and how the drugs are distributed.

This operation is a big step in fighting illegal drugs in Maharashtra. By destroying cannabis worth ₹20 crore, the authorities are trying to stop drug supply in the area. The DRI will keep watching for any new illegal farming attempts and will search for more farms linked to this network.