Karnataka Police Raid Udupi Homestay, Seize Ganja

In a morning raid on a boutique homestay in Udupi, Karnataka police recovered several kilograms of ganja and confiscated related paraphernalia, including pipes and packaging.

The homestay, part of Udupi’s burgeoning home‑stay industry, was targeted after intelligence indicated it was being used to transport illicit drugs to nearby towns. Police cited the need to curb drug trafficking that has been linked to rising drug misuse among tourists and locals alike.

Local authorities said the seizure could deter similar operations and bolster law‑enforcement efforts in the district’s tourism zones. The raid underscores the growing focus of Karnataka police on curbing narcotic trade in rural and semi‑urban areas.

Source: Google News – Udupi.