Manish VijThe PDA- and sex-scene-censoring Indian govt also sells weed: ‘#bhang is openly sold year-round in… Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, and Uttar Pradesh… in government-authorized shops’ https://www.slurrp.com/article/the-spice-of-life-a-culinary-journey-through-indias-cannabis-history-1675596395754
‘confining availability in most regions to festive seasons, such as Holi and Maha Shivratri.… In northern India, bhang is commonly used in mithai, or sweet dishes, while in the eastern and northeastern states, it is used almost exclusively in savory’
‘Most bhang shops use a blend of cannabis leaves and flowers… some might blend other powders with ayurvedic properties, such as black pepper, which is said to reduce anxiety… and/or melon seeds and cucumber for palatability’
‘known for its medicinal properties. It is said to have a calming effect and to provide relief from various ailments, including headaches and digestive problems’