CBI files 6 fresh chargesheets, names 70 accused in Mahadev App case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed 11 charge sheets in connection with the Mahadev App betting syndicate cases, naming more than 70 accused
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has filed 11 charge sheets in connection with the Mahadev App betting syndicate cases, naming more than 70 accused, including alleged kingpins Saurabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal, as the agency continues its probe into one of India's biggest illegal online betting networks. In the corruption-related case, the CBI filed six charge sheets against Ashim Das, Rohit Gulati, Vikas Chhaparia, Anil Dhammani, Vishal Ahuja and Dheeraj Ahuja. The accused have been booked under provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, as well as charges of cheating, forgery and criminal conspiracy under the Indian Penal Code (IPC).
Read Full Story The agency also submitted additional evidence against the alleged masterminds, Saurabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal, along with others who had been charge-sheeted earlier in the case. Separately, the CBI filed five charge sheets in another Mahadev App case against 66 accused persons, including Chandrakar, Uppal and members of the betting syndicate's operational panels. These charge sheets invoke provisions of the IPC and the Chhattisgarh Gambling Prohibition Act. MAHADEV APP: A LARGEST ILLEGAL BETTING SYNDICATE According to the CBI, the Mahadev App is among the largest illegal betting syndicates uncovered in the country. The investigation found that Chandrakar and Uppal allegedly built the platform into a nationwide betting network while operating from outside India.
The syndicate is accused of reaching millions of users through social media platforms and running illegal betting panels across multiple states. The probe has revealed that the network enrolled users, conducted betting activities and generated substantial illegal profits. Investigators allege that the proceeds of crime were routed through a network of mule bank accounts before being transferred abroad. A portion of the funds was allegedly paid as protection money to public servants. The CBI further said that the promoters of the Mahadev App and several of their associates fled to West Asian countries a few years ago and have continued to operate the betting network from overseas.
The agency said Red Corner Notices have already been issued against four key accused who are currently abroad. Proceedings have also been initiated to have them declared Fugitive Economic Offenders. The investigation remains underway to identify the full extent of the betting syndicate, trace its financial network and examine its alleged political and bureaucratic patronage. The CBI said additional charge sheets will be filed as the probe progresses. Ends
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