Enforcement Directorate Raids Multiple Locations in Hybrid Ganja Smuggling and Money Laundering Probe
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted raids at multiple locations in Kozhikode and Palakkad districts as part of a money laundering investigation linked to the smuggling of hybrid ganja from Thailand. ED officials confirmed that searches were carried out at the residences of accused individuals Abu Tahir, Harikrishnan, Jagath, and Jaisal. This action stems from an earlier operation in June, where Ernakulam Rural Police arrested a couple and seized approximately 18 kg of hybrid ganja, valued at around Rs 18 crore, in Perumbavoor. Hybrid ganja, cultivated using hydroponic techniques, is reportedly smuggled into Kerala primarily from Thailand. Following the initial arrests, police apprehended nine more individuals believed to be part of a larger racket involved in smuggling significant quantities of hybrid ganja. Based on the police investigation, the ED registered a case under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA). A preliminary probe by ED officials revealed that the accused allegedly laundered... 
