Indian police bust women-led gambling den, six arrested
Indian police arrested six women for allegedly running an illegal gambling den in a residential area of Uttar Pradesh. Acting on a tip-off, police raided a house in Sanjay Nagar, Baradari, and caught the accused red-handed while gambling with playing cards. Officers recovered ₹2,780 (€29.87) in cash and a deck of 52 playing cards from the scene.
According to police station in-charge Dhananjay Pandey, it was unusual to find a gambling operation run exclusively by women. “As soon as our team arrived, we found six women playing cards and exchanging money. They were startled by the police but were caught red-handed,” Pandey said.
The arrested women have been identified as Brajkishori alias Lambi, Pushpa, Premwati, Nanhhi Devi, Meera, and Sadhana, according to news agency PTI. Police suspect a possible link to a larger gambling network and have launched an investigation. The accused have been booked under Section 13G of the Gambling Act, and legal proceedings are underway.
YSRCP leader Syamala appears before police in betting apps case
In another case related to illegal gambling, YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader and TV host Syamala appeared before the Panjagutta police in Hyderabad on Monday. She was questioned regarding her alleged links to online betting apps and related financial transactions.
Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party, is an Indian regional political party based in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Police recorded her statement and asked her to remain available for further questioning if required. Syamala, who was accompanied by her lawyer, spent nearly two hours at the police station before being allowed to leave.
Syamala cooperating with investigation
Speaking to the media after her questioning, Syamala stated that she was cooperating with the investigation and would support efforts to identify any culprits involved. She also emphasised the need for stricter laws to curb illegal betting activities.
“The matter is in court, and I have full faith in the judiciary,” she said, refusing to comment further on the investigation.
Authorities continue to crack down on illegal gambling operations, both offline and online, as concerns grow over their impact on society. The investigations into both cases are ongoing.
