Overview
- Hyderabad Police have filed cases against 11 YouTubers and social media influencers for allegedly promoting illegal online betting applications.
- The cases were registered under the Public Gambling Act, Gaming Act, and IT Act at Panjagutta Police Station following a citizen's complaint.
- Authorities are scrutinizing the influencers' social media accounts as part of the ongoing investigation into the promotion of these apps.
- Police have stated their intention to summon and question the accused individuals to gather further evidence.
- The case highlights concerns about the societal impact of such promotions, particularly on youth, and the challenges of enforcing India's anti-gambling laws in the digital age.