Himalayan Indian State Approves Production Of Industrial Hemp And Medical Marijuana
Lawmakers in Himachal Pradesh, an Indian state in the western Himalayas, recently approved a new amendment to its Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act of 1985 enabling the production of industrial hemp and medical marijuana.
The amendment aimed at helping economic development in rural areas by leveraging the state’s environmental conditions was approved unanimously, reported Hemp Today.
Marijuana advocates in Himachal Pradesh highlighted the various applications of hemp, including natural construction materials, bio-plastics, textiles, ayurvedic products, and more. They also emphasized the importance of creating new jobs and supporting the local economy.
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Key Developments
Under the adopted amendment, industrial hemp …