Nagpur Sees First LSD Bust: Acid Replaces MD

Nagpur witnessed its first seizure of LSD, a potent hallucinogen, with a consignment valued at Rs 1.7 lakh. This event signifies a concerning trend, with LSD potentially replacing other synthetic stimulants. The 17 LSD dots were discovered wrapped in perforated sticker sheets, with individual units priced between Rs 1,500 and Rs 1,800. The seizure, codenamed 'million tree', was made from two computer engineering students.

Police are observing a shift towards LSD, especially in elite college campuses and upscale rave parties. Sources indicate that youngsters are drawn to its intense, longer-lasting psychedelic effects, which are achieved by placing the tiny sticker on the roof of the mouth.

This development marks a worrying phase, as LSD gains traction among students and the affluent class, becoming a substance of choice for parties. The 'Operation Thunder' initiative is intensifying its crackdown on drugs through intelligence, surveillance, and awareness campaigns.