The Excise Enforcement Special Task Force (STF) has uncovered the illegal sale of cannabis-laced sweets and ice cream during Holi celebrations in Hyderabad.

Acting on a tip-off, the STF police conducted raids in Malchipura, Lower Dhoolpet, where they seized 100 cannabis-infused kulfi ice creams, 72 barfi sweets, and silver-coated balls made with ganja.

Excise officials stated that Satyanarayana Singh, a regular kulfi ice-cream vendor, was found selling cannabis-mixed ice-cream under the guise of Holi festivities. Following the raid, a case has been registered against him for the illegal sale of narcotic-laced edibles.

The STF team confirmed that stringent action would be taken against those involved in distributing drugs in the form of sweets and other consumables. Meanwhile, police personnel have urged people to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to the distribution of narcotics. Further investigations are underway.

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