It is believed the 12 had taken LSD paper tabs with a strawberry motif on them. Police issued a warning about the dangers posed by illegal drugs.

LSD is colourless and odourless, which makes it difficult to detect during scanning. “LSD paper comes in sheets similar to postal stamps. Children get in touch with peddlers through social media.

Each LSD blot costs around ₹ 4,000- ₹ 8,000 depending on the quality of paper, its thickness and brand name. LSD is a potent hallucinogenic drug, without any colour, taste, or smell.

Whether blotter paper should be considered when weighing LSD has been the subject of different judicial opinions. In 2020, Justice S K Shinde held that only the weight of the LSD should be counted.