With reports of people committing suicide after losing heavily on several betting apps, the Telangana police have slapped cases on several social media influencers for promoting the apps.
Acting on a complaint, the Panjagutta police have booked an FIR (First Information Report) on these social media influencers under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyasa Samhita Gaming Act and Sec 66D IT Act.
The complainant alleged that he noticed several students at a training institute in Ameerpet discussing betting apps. He observed several mobile apps and websites promoting illegal gambling, violating the Public Gambling Act of 1867.
He alleged that these apps target young adults and the general public and are promoted through social media, causing severe financial distress.
He suspected that large sums of money were involved and requested authorities to investigate and shut down these illegal operations. A case was registered under relevant sections of the law. Further investigation is on.
The FIR named social media influencers such as Imran Khan, Harsha Sai, Tasty Teja, Kiran Goud, Vishnu Priya, Shyamala, Rithu Chowdhary, and Ajay.
