PESHAWAR: The Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has decided to legalise the cultivation of cannabis (hemp) in specific districts of the province, marking a significant step toward its regulated industrial and medical use.
Under this initiative, cultivation would be permitted only through licensed growers, and a strict monitoring framework will be established.
Provincial minister for agriculture Sajjad Barkwal told reporters that in the initial phase, cannabis cultivation would be limited to designated areas.
“A regulatory authority would be formed to oversee all aspects of cultivation, production, transportation, and usage,” he said, adding the authority would ensure compliance with the law and prevent misuse.
“A multi-departmental committee would also be established to supervise the licensing process,” he added.
