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Don't miss the cannabis bus
Global cannabis restrictions are lifting, creating a market resurgence led by North America's European buyouts. Medicinal use is widespread, but recreational access remains limited. The author strongly urges India, with its historical ties, to embrace this emerging market. Indian firms can leverage Ayurveda for medical research and international expansion. Despite potential public health concerns, India must quickly re-establish its equilibrium. By replicating M&A strategies and utilizing traditional knowledge, India can gain a significant foothold in the growing global cannabis industry, rather than missing the revival.
Economic Times · ET Bureau · Aug 23, 2026 at 5:21 PM