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Malwani, Mumbai – In a deeply disturbing incident that has sparked outrage across the city, a video from Malwani has surfaced showing two women openly consuming what appears to be drugs inside a moving auto-rickshaw. What’s even more shocking is their casual admission on camera—stating that the substance cost them just ₹200, “cheaper than a vada pav.”
The video, which has since gone viral on social media, has raised serious concerns over the increasing and unchecked availability of narcotics in the city, particularly in vulnerable neighborhoods. In the clip, the women are seen passing what appears to be a small packet and inhaling from it, completely unbothered by the presence of other people or potential onlookers.
Citizens have expressed alarm not just at the blatant consumption of illegal substances in public, but also at the affordability and accessibility that allows such behavior to thrive.
“If drugs are available at this price, and people can use them so openly, what message is being sent to the youth?” questioned one concerned local resident. Malwani
Local authorities have reportedly taken note of the incident, and an investigation is said to be underway to identify the individuals and trace the source of the drugs. Police sources have indicated that Malwani has been under the scanner for a while due to an uptick in drug-related complaints, particularly involving youth and street-level dealers.
Social activists and residents are now demanding stricter enforcement and increased patrolling in suspected areas. “It’s not just a law enforcement issue—it’s a community crisis,” said one social worker. “If such acts are becoming normalized, we need immediate intervention through both policy and awareness.”
This incident is yet another wake-up call for Mumbai’s authorities to intensify their crackdown on narcotics, especially in suburban zones where law enforcement may be stretched thin. With drugs being peddled allegedly at prices lower than street food, the threat to public health and safety cannot be ignored.
