Crackdown on Illegal Casino at Uttarakhand Hotel | Law-Order
Police raided an illegal casino in Uttarakhand, arresting 40 people and seizing gambling materials and cash.Summary
Uttarakhand authorities have cracked down on an illegal casino operating within the Navrang Hotel in the IDPL area of Rishikesh. Following a detailed tip-off, a police operation led by Circle Officer Neeraj Semwal resulted in the arrest of 40 individuals, including 10 women. Police seized Rs 1.35 lakh (approximately $1,625 USD), 3,356 casino coins, 26 decks of cards, and various liquor brands. A case has been registered against those involved under the Gambling and Excise Acts, with most of the arrested individuals originating from Rishikesh and Delhi. Dehradun Senior Superintendent of Police Pramendra Singh Dobhal suspended 12 police personnel, including the IDPL Police Post In-charge Vinay Sharma, due to negligence, and has ordered a departmental inquiry to ensure accountability and prevent future occurrences of illegal gambling.
(Source：Devdiscourse)