Ganja in Bengaluru, India - ma story

Hi, folks! Today I plan to share my rasta-experience after visiting infinite party Bengaluru in India. Brief conclusion - for some reason it’s not easy to get really good🍀cannabis buds or hash in Bengaluru in an “oldschool way”, but options do exist. Below I describe what is going on with weed in Bengaluru.

I just got back from Bengaluru a couple of days ago, and as I sit here enjoying a small joint of white widow, I can’t help but reflect on the great time I had in Bengaluru — thanks in part to the cannabis that accompanied me on my adventures.

Attitude of Bengaluru locals to weed

You already know that good non-medical marijuana with high % THC is not something you can officially buy in a branded cannabis shop in Bengaluru, but this does not mean locals are too much against weed 😃. Youngsters and students are definitely those who share their love of cannabis and welcome new smokers in their circles. They can not imagine a good party without having a joint or two, while it’s hard to join them if you are already a “25+ old man”.

In general smoking some occasional joint after a long working week is a pleasant tradition among many people in Bengaluru, so no one will point fingers at you seeing how you are smoking weed, but better to avoid doing this publicly just not to bring useless attention.

As I was actively asking and discussing weed - Fred invited me to his apartment for a small party that very first evening - just a couple of his rasta friends, beer, weed and PS5 - exactly what I do love😁😁😁. How lucky I was😁 Fred told he will be my weed dealer while I am here in Bengaluru so I had no issues with great stuff all that time.

Fred also confirmed locals are OK with weed in Bengaluru if you behave yourself correctly, while it’s better to avoid cops and not to have more than 10 grams in your pocket.

Coppin' Weed in Bengaluru: The New Wave

So here’s the scoop on how folks are gettin' their green in Bengaluru. Fred gave me some info — big-time cannabis dealers are all about that darknet life, coppin' their supply from shady onion sites like DrChronic or Bitpharma. They flip it to locals and tourists alike. But if you’re just in Bengaluru for a few days, tryin' to navigate the darknet and waitin' on cannabis shipments ain't it.

For tourists, the process of obtaining weed in Bengaluru is a bit different. Street dealers are less common these days. Instead, many have moved to a more discreet system using encrypted messaging apps like Telegram. You get their contact details from someone who’s already bought weed in Bengaluru or through online forums, then you place your order, arrange a drop-off point, and pay with cryptocurrency. The package is typically left in a hidden spot, and you’re given the location and a photo to help you find it. This approach minimizes risks for both you and the dealer. I was glad I had Fred as my connection so I didn’t have to go through all this hassle.

What Are the Rules About Weed in Bengaluru?

In Bengaluru, weed with a lot of a special component called THC (the stuff that makes you feel high) is not allowed. You can’t just go to a store and buy it like in some other countries. There’s also a kind of weed that doctors can give to sick people, but it doesn’t make you feel high like the other kind.

When I was in Bengaluru, I met a local guy named Fred who knows a lot about how things really work with weed in Bengaluru. He told me that even though the rules are strict, the police aren’t always super strict about it, especially with visitors.

What’s the Law Say vs. What’s Really Good?

Officially, anything with more than 1% THC is a no-go in Bengaluru. But Fred put me on game — cops in Bengaluru are chill about the weed. Unless you’re actin' a fool or got bad luck with the wrong officer, you might just get your stash snatched, have a chat, and be on your way. But yo, don’t push it. Keep it low-key, don’t smoke in public, and if you’re holdin' less than 10g of weed or 5g of hash, you should be straight.

Question / Answer session about marijuana in Bengaluru

Is high % THC weed forbidden in Bengaluru?

Yes, non-medical cannabis is regulated and restricted in Bengaluru, while police is relaxed about marijuana and having less than 10 grams with you should not result in imprisoning anything serious.

Anyway what if you get caught with some THC cannabis product in Bengaluru?

Depends on the situation, but if officers think you are a drug dealer for some reason who delivers stuff - you should get punished problems. In general tourists with small amounts of hash or weed are not touched at all, only dealers with large amounts.

Can I find weed in Bengaluru in some oldschool way?

Of course you can! While sniffing dark streets / parks and pinging taxi drivers is an outdated approach for searching marijuana already - a big bunch of dealers migrated to online sales via messengers and crypto, but hustling parks and central streets in searches for weed may still give you some successful results.

Is There Good-Quality Weed in Bengaluru?

Yes, but you might have to look a bit harder to find it. The quality can be different depending on the exact weed dealer.

Is Hash Available in Bengaluru?

Yes, hash, which is another kind of cannabis, is also available in Bengaluru. It’s a bit like weed but prepared differently.

How Much Does Weed Cost in Bengaluru?

The price can change depending on how good the weed is. High-quality weed can cost about $20 to $25 per gram, and hash can be even more expensive.

Five random facts about cannabis

1. Modern-Day Cannabis Is A Lot Stronger

We talked about this on the cannabis flower and its influence in the 60s. For one, it’s purer than the illegal “hippie weed” that was imported into the United States. And it’s also been cultivated to increase its THC content, so the high you get from marijuana today is a lot stronger than what your parents or grandparents consumed.

2. Ancient Use

Cannabis has been used for over 6,000 years. Archaeological evidence suggests it was cultivated in ancient China around 4000 BC for fiber.

3. CBD

Cannabidiol (CBD) is another significant compound in cannabis, known for its therapeutic effects without causing a high.

4. Cannabis in the U.S.

Cannabis was classified as a Schedule I drug in the U.S. in 1970, making it illegal at the federal level despite its growing medical acceptance.

5. Cannabis and Creativity

Some studies suggest that cannabis may enhance creativity by altering the way the brain processes information.