Hyderabad: Crackdown pushes killer manja trade underground
A crackdown on banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad's Dhoolpet has pushed the illegal trade underground, with sellers now operating discreetly and delivering to neutral locations. Increased risks have driven up prices, and traders continue operations through "backdoor networks" despite warnings and seizures. Activists emphasize the need for sustained enforcement beyond festive seasons to curb the deadly manja's circulation.
A crackdown on banned Chinese manja in Hyderabad's Dhoolpet has pushed the illegal trade underground, with sellers now operating discreetly and delivering to neutral locations. Increased risks have driven up prices, and traders continue operations through "backdoor networks" despite warnings and seizures. Activists emphasize the need for sustained enforcement beyond festive seasons to curb the deadly manja's circulation.
