Bangladesh Bank, CID, bKash launch campaign against online gambling
The Business Standard
Bangladesh Bank, CID, and bKash have launched a joint campaign warning of legal penalties for online gambling.Summary
Bangladesh Bank, the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), and mobile money provider bKash have jointly launched an awareness campaign warning that online gambling can result in up to two years' imprisonment, a fine of up to Tk1 crore, and arrest without a warrant. The campaign targets especially young people, using television ads, newspaper articles, and social media posts to highlight the social, financial, and legal consequences of gambling. Officials from each organization emphasized a zero‑tolerance stance, noting that a digital trail always remains and that the initiative reflects a shared commitment to combat online gambling.
(Source：The Business Standard)