Udupi Homestay Raid Yields Ganja Seizure, Owner Arrested

In a swift operation, Udupi police raided a homestay and confiscated a significant amount of cannabis during the early hours of Monday. The raid culminated in the arrest of the homestay’s owner, who is now booked on drug-related charges.

The homestay, previously popular among tourists, was suspected of operating a small-scale cultivation unit. Officers found dozens of flower buds, growing containers, and a processed plant residue disposal system in the premises, prompting immediate action under the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act.

The seizure signals a continued push by local law‑enforcement to curb illicit drug activities in the district, which has seen a rise in cannabis cultivation in adjacent village areas. Authorities urge the public to report any suspicious activity. Source: Google News – Udupi.