Illegal ganja sales are rising sharply across Kamareddy district. Once confined to towns, the drug’s use has now spread to rural areas. Dealers are targeting young people by adopting a new method — filling ganja inside cigarettes and selling them discreetly. With the railway route and National Highway-44 passing through the district, Kamareddy has become a major hub for the trade. Locals allege that sales are thriving through small pan shops and grocery stores.
The trend of packing ganja inside cigarettes has made it difficult for authorities to detect. Regular customers are sold these cigarettes secretly, while new buyers are often turned away to avoid suspicion. Residents claim that the unchecked trade continues due to the lack of vigilance from police and excise officials.
The drug culture has now reached villages, where youth are increasingly getting addicted. Many young people are damaging their health despite awareness campaigns. Parents’ lack of supervision has worsened the problem, pushing more youth into drug abuse.
Locals are demanding that police and excise departments intensify surveillance and launch strict operations. Many fear Kamareddy may soon become a regional hub for organized drug trade if immediate action is not taken.
