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DRI and CBN destroy 2.87 hectares of illicit cannabis in Dhule, Maharashtra
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) and the Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) destroyed 2.87 hectares of illicit cannabis cultivation in a wildlife sanctuary in Dhule, Maharashtra, on October 14, 2026. Acting on specific intelligence, the agencies conducted a joint operation in a remote area near the village of Jamniapani, where they identified five stretches of land used for illegal cultivation. The operation faced challenges due to difficult terrain and wildlife but was completed successfully with necessary safety precautions. Following the destruction of the cannabis crop, further investigations are ongoing.
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