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CBN U.P. Unit Holds Hearing to Address Opium Cultivators' Grievances
The Central Bureau of Narcotics (CBN) U.P. Unit conducted a public hearing on October 12, 2026, to address the grievances of opium cultivators in Barabanki. The event, chaired by the Deputy Narcotics Commissioner, aimed to provide solutions to the challenges faced by farmers and to gather suggestions for improving the cultivation process. Approximately 150 cultivators attended, voicing concerns about irrigation issues and the licensing system for opium plots. The meeting also included discussions on legal provisions and administrative remedies available to the farmers.
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