In just three days, Ballari district police arrested 810 individuals for gambling, seizing Rs 16 lakh in cash. Despite ongoing awareness efforts and repeated warnings, many continue to exploit the festive season to engage in banned activities like card games. A total of 130 cases have been registered across various police stations in the district.
Superintendent of Police Shobha Rani VJ stated, “Between October 30 and November 3, 810 people were apprehended for participating in prohibited games, with Rs 16 lakh confiscated from those involved.”
A senior official added that despite the awareness campaigns, some individuals persist in violating the regulations, with some even renting out their houses by the hour for gambling. Legal action will follow for those detained, and the police have issued additional warnings on social media.
