Pune airport sees rise in hydroponic weed smuggling

timesofindia.indiatimes.com

Smugglers are increasingly using Pune airport to traffic high-profit hydroponic weed, driven by its potency and ease of concealment. Customs officials report a shift from gold to hydroponic cannabis due to higher profit margins and lower risk. The illicit market values 1kg of this potent weed at approximately Rs 35 lakh. Pune's lower international cargo traffic is being exploited as a "softer route" compared to major airports. Authorities are also tightening scrutiny on customs house agents to prevent such smuggling.


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