Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority
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| بھنگ کنٹرول اینڈ ریگولیٹری اتھارٹی | |
| Agency overview | |
|---|---|
| Formed | September 2024 |
| Jurisdiction | Government of Pakistan |
| Headquarters | Islamabad, Pakistan |
| Minister responsible | |
| Agency executive |
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| Parent department | Cabinet Division |
The Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority (CCRA) is a federal regulatory body established by the Government of Pakistan in 2024 to oversee the cultivation, processing, and commercialization of cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes. The authority was created under the Cannabis Control and Regulatory Authority Act, 2024, following the passage of the bill by the National Assembly in September 2024. [2][3][4]
The CCRA is tasked with:
- Regulating the cultivation, extraction, refining, manufacturing, and sale of cannabis and its derivatives.
- Issuing licenses for cannabis-related activities, including cultivation and processing.
- Ensuring compliance with international obligations and best practices concerning cannabis use.
- Promoting research and development in cannabis-based medicinal and industrial products.
- Generating government revenue through taxation and attracting foreign direct investment (FDI) in the cannabis sector.[5]
Organizational structure
The CCRA operates under the administrative control of the Cabinet Division. Its governance is overseen by a 13-member Board of Governors, chaired by the Secretary of the Defence Division. The board includes representatives from various federal ministries, provincial governments, intelligence agencies, and the private sector. [6]
