Hempowering India
The Hemp Industry in INDIA is at a pivotal moment, with challenges in its legal landscape, new policy framework and implementation.
We believe in helping policymakers to navigate these framework complexities, through education, research, development and innovation.
The book provides a phased roadmap that includes:
This framework aims to align both traditional practices and cutting-edge science, addressing critical issues such as sustainability, social justice, and economic empowerment. Through an inclusive and collaborative approach, “Epistemic Co-existence Growth” envisions hemp and cannabis as powerful tools for improving public health, fostering innovation, and creating equitable opportunities for all.
Epistemic Co-existence Growth (eCG) Framework promotes collaboration among three key stakeholders—people, government, and businesses—to legalize and make hemp and cannabis products acceptable and beneficial to society.
The book emphasizes the co-existence of diverse knowledge systems—from traditional wisdom to scientific research and business innovation—enabling a holistic and sustainable approach to the growth of the hemp and cannabis industries. It outlines strategies for public education and awareness, government policy development, scientific research, economic development, social equity, and collaboration.
Collaboration and Co-existence
IHAC Research and Policy Journal aims to be India’s first dedicated academic and industry-focused journal covering hemp and cannabis research, policy, agronomy, industrial applications, and market trends. The journal will serve as a platform to:
•Bridge the gap between scientific research and policy implementation in India’s evolving hemp and cannabis sector.
•Encourage peer-reviewed, evidence-based research to advance sustainable development and medical applications.
Facilitate knowledge-sharing between researchers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and industry stakeholders
General Guidelines
India Hemp And Cannabis (IHAC) Network , is a consortium of researchers, agronomists, manufacturers, environmentalists, scientists, service providers, activists and professionals uniting key stakeholders in the hemp sector, both in India and globally.
India Hemp And Cannabis (IHAC) Network is a community-driven platform focused to recognize and empower advocacy for the hemp plant and its diverse uses for a sustainable future
Celebrate and honors those who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, innovation, and leadership in the field of hemp