The Mumbai cyber cell’s Special Investigation Team (SIT) has detained actor Sahil Khan from Chhattisgarh in connection with the Mahadev betting app case, following the rejection of his pre-arrest bail plea by the Bombay High Court.
Arrest and Investigation:
Khan was apprehended from Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, and subsequently brought to Mumbai for arrest. The SIT, formed to probe the alleged illegal transactions related to the Mahadev betting app, had previously questioned Khan. He is the second person to be arrested by the Mumbai police in this case.
Scale of the Scam:
The size of the scam, as per the FIR, is approximately Rs 15,000 crore. An investigation is underway against Khan and 31 others, involving scrutiny of their bank accounts, mobile phones, laptops, and technical equipment.
Other Developments:
Chhattisgarh’s Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB)/Economic Offence Wing (EOW) recently arrested two individuals from New Delhi and Goa in connection with the Mahadev online gaming and betting application. Additionally, the Enforcement Directorate (ED) has arrested nine persons as part of its money laundering probe in this case.
Background and Allegations over mahadev betting app sahil khan:
The Mahadev betting app case involves allegations of illicit transactions between certain financial and real estate firms in the state and the promoters of the app. The investigation aims to uncover the extent of these illegal activities and the involvement of various individuals, including actors like Sahil Khan.
Connection with Other Celebrities:
Earlier, actor Tamannaah Bhatia was summoned by the Maharashtra cyber cell for allegedly promoting Indian Premier League (IPL) matches on a subsidiary app of the Mahadev online gaming platform. Bhatia is scheduled to appear before the cyber personnel for further questioning.
Ongoing Scrutiny:
The Mahadev app, operated by individuals from Chhattisgarh’s Bhilai, has attracted attention from investigative agencies due to its alleged involvement in illegal transactions and betting activities. The Enforcement Directorate’s investigation has revealed links between the app operators and various officials, including police, bureaucrats, and politicians.
As the investigation into the Mahadev betting app case continues, the arrest of Sahil Khan underscores the seriousness of the allegations and the authorities’ determination to bring those involved to justice. With multiple individuals under scrutiny and ongoing probes by various agencies, the full extent of the scam and its implications are yet to be uncovered.
