Ganja – ‘God’s prasad', ‘sacred herb', should be legalised, says SP MP Afzal Ansari; booked

Samajwadi Party Afzal Ansari called for ganja legalisation, claiming its cultural acceptance in religious gatherings. His remarks drew criticism from Hindu groups, leading to a police FIR for inciting public mischief. Ansari later said his his intention was to highlight local drug problems.