Sourabh Chandrakar, one of the promoters of the Mahadev online betting app, has been arrested in Dubai following Interpol Red Corner notice issued on the request of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), officials said on Friday.

As per the officials, United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities officially communicated with their counterparts in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) yesterday informing about the arrest of Chandrakar.

ED officials stated that the documentation process for the extradition will be finalized in the coming days and submitted to the UAE authorities to facilitate Chandrakar's return to India.

In December last year, Chandrakar, was put under "house detention" in Dubai and Indian probe agencies, including the ED, were "alerted".

According to sources, Indian agencies are engaging through diplomatic channels to secure the deportation or extradition of Chandrakar who is crucial to the money laundering case and police investigation related to the alleged illegal activities of the 'Mahadev Book Online' app, which is connected to political figures in Chhattisgarh and other regions.

In its initial charge sheet submitted to a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Raipur, the ED had named Chandrakar, Uppal, and several others.

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The charge sheet referenced a statement from Dilip Chandrakar, the uncle of Sourabh Chandrakar, noting that before Sourabh moved to Dubai in 2019, he operated a juice shop called 'Juice Factory' with his brother in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh.

The ED has alleged that Sourabh got married in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, in February 2023, and that approximately Rs 200 crore in cash was spent on the event, which included hiring private jets to transport relatives from India and paying celebrities to perform.

The ED estimates that the projected proceeds of crime in this case amount to approximately Rs 6,000 crore.

Officials stated that the ED investigation revealed that the Mahadev Online Book App is managed from a central headquarters in the UAE. It operates by franchising "panels and branches" to associates, sharing profits in a 70-30 per cent ratio.

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Sourabh Chandrakar, one of the promoters of the Mahadev online betting app, has been arrested in Dubai following Interpol Red Corner notice issued on the request of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), officials said on Friday.

Sourabh Chandrakar, one of the promoters of the Mahadev online betting app, has been arrested in Dubai following Interpol Red Corner notice issued on the request of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), officials said on Friday. As per the officials, United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities officially communicated with their counterparts in the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) yesterday informing about the arrest of Chandrakar. ED officials stated that the documentation process for the extradition will be finalized in the coming days and submitted to the UAE authorities to facilitate Chandrakar's return to India. In December last year, Chandrakar, was put under "house detention" in Dubai and Indian probe agencies, including the ED, were "alerted". According to sources, Indian agencies are engaging through diplomatic channels to secure the deportation or extradition of Chandrakar who is crucial to the money laundering case and police investigation related to the alleged illegal activities of the 'Mahadev Book Online' app, which is connected to political figures in Chhattisgarh and other regions. In its initial charge sheet submitted to a special Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) court in Raipur, the ED had named Chandrakar, Uppal, and several others. Also read: What is the Mahadev app and what is the controversy surrounding it? The charge sheet referenced a statement from Dilip Chandrakar, the uncle of Sourabh Chandrakar, noting that before Sourabh moved to Dubai in 2019, he operated a juice shop called 'Juice Factory' with his brother in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh. The ED has alleged that Sourabh got married in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, in February 2023, and that approximately Rs 200 crore in cash was spent on the event, which included hiring private jets to transport relatives from India and paying celebrities to perform. The ED estimates that the projected proceeds of crime in this case amount to approximately Rs 6,000 crore. Officials stated that the ED investigation revealed that the Mahadev Online Book App is managed from a central headquarters in the UAE. It operates by franchising "panels and branches" to associates, sharing profits in a 70-30 per cent ratio. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits for grammar and punctuation. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Mahadev betting app owner detained in Dubai following Interpol notice

Actor Sahil Khan has been arrested by the Mumbai Police for his alleged involvement in the Mahadev betting app case. The Style actor was detained in Chhattisgarh by the Special Investigating Team (SIT) of the Mumbai Police Cyber Cell after the Bombay High Court rejected his petition for interim bail. 
 
According to reports, Khan had recently fled Mumbai and was on the run following the high court's decision. After a 40-hour-long operation with the assistance of the Chhattisgarh Police, the actor was located and nabbed. Khan will soon be&nbsp;brought to Mumbai and produced before a court. 
 
Last year, actors Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor, who have appeared in ads for the app, were summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for questioning. The Mahadev betting app came under scrutiny when it was revealed that it was operated by Saurabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal from Dubai, both originally from Chhattisgarh's Bhilai.

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Earlier this week, actress Tamannaah Bhatia was summoned in connection with the promotion of a subsidiary app of Mahadev betting app. She has been asked to appear for questioning on April 29. Sanjay Dutt’s name has also emerged in connection with the case. He was supposed to appear for questioning earlier this week, however, he couldn’t appear due to his busy schedule and asked for a new date.

More than 20 influencers, who endorsed the FairPlay app on different platforms, are likely to be summoned soon to record their statements.&nbsp;

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Despite Viacom18 owning the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for streaming IPL matches, betting app FairPlay was streaming the matches illegally on their platform. This led to over Rs 100 crore loss for Viacom18.

In September 2023, an FIR was filed against the betting app and several stars including Badshah, Sanjay Dutt, Jacqueline Fernandez and Tamannaah, among others, were called in for questioning. In December 2023, an employee of the betting app was arrested.

Actor Sahil Khan has been arrested by the Mumbai Police for his alleged involvement in the Mahadev betting app case. The Style actor was detained in Chhattisgarh by the Special Investigating Team (SIT) of the Mumbai Police Cyber Cell after the Bombay High Court rejected his petition for interim bail.

Actor Sahil Khan has been arrested by the Mumbai Police for his alleged involvement in the Mahadev betting app case. The Style actor was detained in Chhattisgarh by the Special Investigating Team (SIT) of the Mumbai Police Cyber Cell after the Bombay High Court rejected his petition for interim bail. According to reports, Khan had recently fled Mumbai and was on the run following the high court's decision. After a 40-hour-long operation with the assistance of the Chhattisgarh Police, the actor was located and nabbed. Khan will soon be brought to Mumbai and produced before a court. Last year, actors Ranbir Kapoor and Shraddha Kapoor, who have appeared in ads for the app, were summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) for questioning. The Mahadev betting app came under scrutiny when it was revealed that it was operated by Saurabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal from Dubai, both originally from Chhattisgarh's Bhilai. Also read: Kanye West sued by former security guard for wrongful termination and discrimination against black employees Earlier this week, actress Tamannaah Bhatia was summoned in connection with the promotion of a subsidiary app of Mahadev betting app. She has been asked to appear for questioning on April 29. Sanjay Dutt’s name has also emerged in connection with the case. He was supposed to appear for questioning earlier this week, however, he couldn’t appear due to his busy schedule and asked for a new date. More than 20 influencers, who endorsed the FairPlay app on different platforms, are likely to be summoned soon to record their statements. Also read: Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs files motion to dismiss some claims in a sexual assault lawsuit Despite Viacom18 owning the Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) for streaming IPL matches, betting app FairPlay was streaming the matches illegally on their platform. This led to over Rs 100 crore loss for Viacom18. In September 2023, an FIR was filed against the betting app and several stars including Badshah, Sanjay Dutt, Jacqueline Fernandez and Tamannaah, among others, were called in for questioning. In December 2023, an employee of the betting app was arrested.

Style actor Sahil Khan arrested in Chhattisgarh in Mahadev betting app case

Ravi Uppal, one of the primary owners of the Mahadev online betting app, has been apprehended by local authorities in Dubai based on a red notice issued by Interpol at the request of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), according to official sources.

Uppal, aged 43, was taken into custody last week, and the ED is actively engaged with Dubai authorities to facilitate his deportation to India, as reported by news agency ANI.

The detention is linked to a money laundering case being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate. Uppal is a named accused in a case that involves allegations of kickbacks against the outgoing Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel.

Red Corner notices were issued against both Uppal and Sourabh Chandrakar, the other promoter and mastermind of the illegal betting syndicate, who is also currently in the UAE, in October of this year. These notices followed the ED's move to obtain a non-bailable warrant against them from a special court in Raipur.

Sources suggest that following Uppal's arrest, Chandrakar may also face imminent arrest.

<h2>Enforcement Directorate's case against Uppal and&nbsp;Chandrakar</h2>

This development follows months of scrutiny after a lavish wedding held in the United Arab Emirates in February caught the attention of the Enforcement Directorate. The entire expenditure of around ₹200 crore for the event was reportedly paid in cash.

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Chandrakar, during his wedding in Ras AlKhaimah, reportedly hired private jets to transport family members from Nagpur to the UAE and paid celebrities from the film industry for performances, according to the ED.

<h2>About&nbsp;Mahadev Online Book Betting app</h2>

The Mahadev Online Book Betting app, owned by Chandrakar and Uppal, is accused of being an umbrella syndicate facilitating illegal betting websites. It allegedly allows them to enrol new users, create user IDs, and launder money through a complex network of Benami bank accounts.

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Both Chandrakar and Uppal, originally from Bhilai in Chhattisgarh, are identified as the main promoters of the Mahadev betting platform, running their operations from Dubai, where they have reportedly established a significant empire.

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Ravi Uppal, one of the primary owners of the Mahadev online betting app, has been apprehended by local authorities in Dubai based on a red notice issued by Interpol at the request of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), according to official sources.

Ravi Uppal, one of the primary owners of the Mahadev online betting app, has been apprehended by local authorities in Dubai based on a red notice issued by Interpol at the request of the Enforcement Directorate (ED), according to official sources. Uppal, aged 43, was taken into custody last week, and the ED is actively engaged with Dubai authorities to facilitate his deportation to India, as reported by news agency ANI. The detention is linked to a money laundering case being investigated by the Enforcement Directorate. Uppal is a named accused in a case that involves allegations of kickbacks against the outgoing Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel. Red Corner notices were issued against both Uppal and Sourabh Chandrakar, the other promoter and mastermind of the illegal betting syndicate, who is also currently in the UAE, in October of this year. These notices followed the ED's move to obtain a non-bailable warrant against them from a special court in Raipur. Sources suggest that following Uppal's arrest, Chandrakar may also face imminent arrest. Enforcement Directorate's case against Uppal and Chandrakar This development follows months of scrutiny after a lavish wedding held in the United Arab Emirates in February caught the attention of the Enforcement Directorate. The entire expenditure of around ₹200 crore for the event was reportedly paid in cash. Also read: What is the Mahadev app and what is the controversy surrounding it? Chandrakar, during his wedding in Ras AlKhaimah, reportedly hired private jets to transport family members from Nagpur to the UAE and paid celebrities from the film industry for performances, according to the ED. About Mahadev Online Book Betting app The Mahadev Online Book Betting app, owned by Chandrakar and Uppal, is accused of being an umbrella syndicate facilitating illegal betting websites. It allegedly allows them to enrol new users, create user IDs, and launder money through a complex network of Benami bank accounts. Watch: Mahadev betting app case: Ranbir, Sharaddha Kapoor linked to illegal betting app × Both Chandrakar and Uppal, originally from Bhilai in Chhattisgarh, are identified as the main promoters of the Mahadev betting platform, running their operations from Dubai, where they have reportedly established a significant empire. (With inputs from agencies)

Mahadev betting case: Owner Ravi Uppal detained in UAE, will soon be deported to India

A few weeks back, prominent Bollywood figures were summoned by India's central agency the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to a betting app case.

A few weeks back, prominent Bollywood figures were summoned by India's central agency the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a money laundering investigation linked to a betting app case. The case involved is the Mahadev betting app - which provides betting in different kinds of games and card games. The promoters of the app are Ravi Uppal and Saurabh Chandraka. Uppal and Chandraka are residents of Bhilai in the Indian state of Chhattisgarh but they currently stay in Dubai. The ED claimed that a forensic analysis and a statement made by a cash courier led to allegations that the app's promoters paid over $61 million (around Rs 508 crore) to Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel. Elections are on in Chhattisgarh and this case might affect Chief Minister Baghel's prospects. The opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the state has repeatedly hit out at Baghel and his government over the case. What is the app & the controversy? The Mahadev app facilitates betting on different types of games including cricket, football, tennis etc.. Reports say the app facilitates betting on card games including poker and also virtual sporting games. The app is operated by a network of closed groups on different instant messaging platforms. These groups have reportedly earned around $24 million per day. The modus operandi here is that the groups will post phone numbers of websites in an attempt to lure people to play and make profits. Once these numbers are contacted, people will be provided with two separate contact numbers. One such number is for depositing money and getting points in user IDs used for betting, while the other is for contacting the website to cash out the points in the assigned IDs. Why is Bollywood under the scanner? Several Bollywood figures from Ranbir Kapoor to Kapil Sharma have been summoned by the ED in connection with the case. However, these figures are not necessarily accused but are believed to have been associated with the Mahadev app in various capacities. Some of them reportedly endorsed the app, while others were involved in entertaining guests at a wedding of one of the app's promoters held overseas. Recently, the central government blocked 22 illegal betting apps in the country which also included the Mahadev app. A political war of words A political war of words has broken between the BJP and Bhupesh Baghel over the case. Last Sunday, the BJP shared a video of Shubham Soni, an accused in the case, where he said that he was the owner of the app and had evidence of paying $61 million to Chhattisgarh CM Baghel. However, Baghel has dismissed all allegations and accused the BJP of weaponising the ED. "...Why has the Election Commission not taken cognizance of this? ... A complaint will be sent from us...Investigation should be done for the tarnishing image... There are clear directions in the guidelines of the Election Commission...They should look into this..." he told reporters on Monday.

What is the Mahadev app and what is the controversy surrounding it?

In a major crackdown on illegal betting syndicates, India on Sunday (Nov 5) issued blocking orders for 22 apps and websites.&nbsp;

One of the banned apps is Mahadev Online betting platform, which has also been at the centre of a political controversy in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh, where elections are due next month and which is ruled by the opposition Congress party.

Chief Minister of the state Bhupesh Baghel was earlier accused of receiving Rs 508 crore&nbsp; Indian rupees from the promoters of the Mahadev Online app.

<h2>ED’s investigation against betting syndicate</h2>

The action by the Government of India comes hot on the heels of an ongoing investigation by India’s prime economic intelligence agency, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), against the illegal betting app syndicate.

So far, the ED has arrested four persons and seized assets worth over Rs 450 crore in proceeds of crime.

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The agency has also filed a prosecution complaint against 14 accused persons.

<h2>State vs centre&nbsp;</h2>

CM Bhupesh Baghel said that the central government had “finally woken up from its sleep,” while reacting to the development.

“I have been asking this for months as to why this app was not being banned. I had even said that maybe the greed of getting 28% GST has made the government not ban the app or the BJP and app operators have made a deal,” he said.&nbsp;

“I feel amazed that for months the ED had been probing this app but still it was operational. Now that app is banned, its operators in Dubai should be arrested soon. Chhattisgarh Police was the first to issue a look out circular against them (app promoters),” said the CM.

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He also implied that Chhattisgarh Police wanted to question them because the first FIR against them was registered in his state only.

However, a union minister later fired back at the CM for not doing enough to shut down the app using powers given to states under the Information Technology Act.

Minister of State for Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar in a statement said, “The Chhattisgarh government had all the power to recommend shutting down the (Mahadev) website and app under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act. However, they did not do so and no such request was made by the state government while they have been investigating it for the last 1.5 years.”

(With inputs from agencies)

In a major crackdown on illegal betting syndicates, India on Sunday (Nov 5) issued blocking orders for 22 apps and websites. One of the banned apps is Mahadev Online betting platform, which has also been at the centre of a political controversy in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh, where elections are due next month and which is ruled by the opposition Congress party.

In a major crackdown on illegal betting syndicates, India on Sunday (Nov 5) issued blocking orders for 22 apps and websites. One of the banned apps is Mahadev Online betting platform, which has also been at the centre of a political controversy in the central Indian state of Chhattisgarh, where elections are due next month and which is ruled by the opposition Congress party. Chief Minister of the state Bhupesh Baghel was earlier accused of receiving Rs 508 crore Indian rupees from the promoters of the Mahadev Online app. ED’s investigation against betting syndicate The action by the Government of India comes hot on the heels of an ongoing investigation by India’s prime economic intelligence agency, the Enforcement Directorate (ED), against the illegal betting app syndicate. So far, the ED has arrested four persons and seized assets worth over Rs 450 crore in proceeds of crime. Watch: India: New Delhi air quality 'severe', East Delhi air quality breaches 999 mark × The agency has also filed a prosecution complaint against 14 accused persons. State vs centre CM Bhupesh Baghel said that the central government had “finally woken up from its sleep,” while reacting to the development. “I have been asking this for months as to why this app was not being banned. I had even said that maybe the greed of getting 28% GST has made the government not ban the app or the BJP and app operators have made a deal,” he said. “I feel amazed that for months the ED had been probing this app but still it was operational. Now that app is banned, its operators in Dubai should be arrested soon. Chhattisgarh Police was the first to issue a look out circular against them (app promoters),” said the CM. Also read: India extends free food grain programme to tackle rising cereal prices: Report He also implied that Chhattisgarh Police wanted to question them because the first FIR against them was registered in his state only. However, a union minister later fired back at the CM for not doing enough to shut down the app using powers given to states under the Information Technology Act. Minister of State for Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar in a statement said, “The Chhattisgarh government had all the power to recommend shutting down the (Mahadev) website and app under Section 69A of the Information Technology Act. However, they did not do so and no such request was made by the state government while they have been investigating it for the last 1.5 years.” (With inputs from agencies)

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The Mahadev online betting case is under scrutiny by India's Enforcement Directorate in the latest update regarding the investigation. The ED has summoned multiple Bollywood actors for their alleged involvement with the application.

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recently summoned several prominent Bollywood figures, including comedian Kapil Sharma and actors Huma Qureshi and Hina Khan, for questioning in connection with a money laundering probe linked to the Mahadev betting app case. The news was reported by news agency PTI. This development follows the earlier summons issued to Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor, who has requested a two-week extension before appearing for questioning.

The ED has requested these actors to appear at its regional office in Raipur on different dates. The purpose of these summons is to record their statements under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and gain insights into the mode and flow of payments allegedly received by them from the app's promoters.

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It is important to note that these actors are not necessarily accused in the case but are believed to have been associated with the Mahadev app in various capacities. Some of them reportedly endorsed the app, while others were involved in entertaining guests at a wedding of one of the app's promoters held abroad.

PTI sources indicate that Kapoor's summons may be just the beginning, as approximately 14-15 other celebrities and actors are also reportedly under the ED's scrutiny in connection with this case. These individuals are expected to be summoned for questioning in the near future.

The Mahadev betting app case revolves around allegations of money laundering and illegal betting operations. The company behind the app, promoted by Sourabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal, was reportedly operating from Dubai. It is alleged that the app was used to enrol new users, create IDs, and launder money through a network of benami bank accounts.

The ED's investigation has revealed that the Mahadev Online Book App operated from a central head office in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and franchised "Panel/Branches" to associates on a 70-30 profit-sharing ratio. Large-scale hawala operations were allegedly employed to transfer the proceeds of betting to offshore accounts. Moreover, significant cash expenditures were incurred in India for advertising betting websites to attract new users and franchise seekers.

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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recently summoned several prominent Bollywood figures, including comedian Kapil Sharma and actors Huma Qureshi and Hina Khan, for questioning in connection with a money laundering probe linked to the Mahadev betting app case.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has recently summoned several prominent Bollywood figures, including comedian Kapil Sharma and actors Huma Qureshi and Hina Khan, for questioning in connection with a money laundering probe linked to the Mahadev betting app case. The news was reported by news agency PTI. This development follows the earlier summons issued to Bollywood actor Ranbir Kapoor, who has requested a two-week extension before appearing for questioning. The ED has requested these actors to appear at its regional office in Raipur on different dates. The purpose of these summons is to record their statements under the provisions of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA) and gain insights into the mode and flow of payments allegedly received by them from the app's promoters. Also Read | Ranbir Kapoor summoned by ED in relation to online betting app case It is important to note that these actors are not necessarily accused in the case but are believed to have been associated with the Mahadev app in various capacities. Some of them reportedly endorsed the app, while others were involved in entertaining guests at a wedding of one of the app's promoters held abroad. PTI sources indicate that Kapoor's summons may be just the beginning, as approximately 14-15 other celebrities and actors are also reportedly under the ED's scrutiny in connection with this case. These individuals are expected to be summoned for questioning in the near future. The Mahadev betting app case revolves around allegations of money laundering and illegal betting operations. The company behind the app, promoted by Sourabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal, was reportedly operating from Dubai. It is alleged that the app was used to enrol new users, create IDs, and launder money through a network of benami bank accounts. The ED's investigation has revealed that the Mahadev Online Book App operated from a central head office in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and franchised "Panel/Branches" to associates on a 70-30 profit-sharing ratio. Large-scale hawala operations were allegedly employed to transfer the proceeds of betting to offshore accounts. Moreover, significant cash expenditures were incurred in India for advertising betting websites to attract new users and franchise seekers. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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