Book Review: Ghazipur, The Opium Mint: From 1820 to the Present  The history of opium in India is a complex and deeply intertwined tale of colonial exploitation, industrialization, and global trade. One of the most significant and controversial sites in this history is the Ghazipur Opium Factory, which traces its origins back to the early … Continue reading Book Review: Ghazipur, The Opium Mint