In a fresh crackdown on illegal betting, Bhilai Police arrested a man accused of operating an online satta racket from inside a car in Bhilai, officials said on Sunday. The accused was allegedly running bets through a mobile application and accepting wagers linked to online satta activity in the city.

Police identified the accused as Irfan Pasha, 35, a resident of Khursipar in Bhilai. He was taken into custody by Chhawani police after a tip-off led officers to the spot where he was allegedly handling betting operations through the “Guru 777” app.

Police Act Swiftly

According to officials, the police received specific information that a man was conducting online betting near the Baikunth Dham Vatika gate in Camp-2 area of Bhilai. Acting on the input, a police team moved quickly and laid a trap in the area.

As per reports, officers reached the location and cordoned off the stretch before intercepting a Hyundai Creta parked near the spot. The accused was inside the vehicle when the police began checking the car.

Accused Caught In Car

During the search, police found the accused allegedly operating online satta through electronic devices from inside the vehicle. Officials said he was using the app to facilitate betting and collect stakes linked to wins and losses.

Investigators suspect the accused was using the mobile platform to connect bettors and process gambling transactions in real time. Police said the operation was being run in a manner designed to avoid immediate detection.

Devices Worth Lakhs Seized

During the raid, police seized several electronic gadgets and a vehicle allegedly used in the betting operation. The recovered items include a Hyundai Creta, a Dell Inspiron laptop, an iPhone 16 Pro Max and another smartphone.

Officials said the seized materials are worth several lakh rupees and are believed to have been used to manage betting activity. The devices will now be examined for digital evidence as part of the investigation.

Betting App Under Lens

Preliminary investigation suggests the accused was using the “Guru 777” application to run the online satta network. Police said the app was allegedly used to enrol users, accept betting entries and manage money linked to gambling outcomes.

Sources indicated that the accused earned money by allowing people to place bets on outcomes and by handling online wagering through the platform. Investigators are now examining whether others were linked to the network.

Case Registered

Police have registered a case against the accused under provisions of the Public Gambling Act and other relevant legal sections. Officials said further charges may be added after forensic scrutiny of the seized devices and financial records.

According to police sources, investigators are also checking transaction trails, call records and digital communication recovered from the laptop and mobile phones. The probe will focus on identifying possible links to a wider online betting network.

Wider Crackdown Continues

The latest action comes amid continued police operations against illegal online betting in Durg district. Law enforcement agencies have stepped up surveillance on digital gambling platforms as online satta cases continue to surface across urban pockets. Officials said the Bhilai online satta case remains under investigation and more arrests cannot be ruled out.

Durg Police Arrest 4 More in Online Satta Racket

Four fresh arrests made in Jamul online betting gang case; six mobiles and Rs 65,000 cash seized from accused who supplied IDs and handled transactions

 In a continuing crackdown on illegal online gambling, Durg police have arrested four more persons linked to an organised online satta gang operating in the Jamul police station area of Bhilai. The latest arrests take the total number of people detained in the case to 11.

Police recovered six mobile phones and Rs 65,000 in cash from the accused during the operation. The four men were identified as Paramesh Gedam and Mohammad Aslam from Bhilai, Shiva Vaishnav alias Sameer from Raipur, and Satyapal Paswan from Bhilai. They allegedly provided betting IDs, managed financial transactions, and offered technical support to the racket.

The development comes days after Jamul police raided a premises in Sunder Vihar Colony Phase-2 and arrested seven persons running the core operations. Interrogation and analysis of mobile data from the initial arrests revealed the involvement of additional members who were facilitating the illegal betting network.

Targeted Raids in Bhilai-Raipur

Acting on technical leads, a police team conducted searches in different localities of Bhilai and Raipur. The four accused were apprehended from their respective locations. Officials said the suspects were actively involved in supplying multiple IDs for satta operations and keeping records of money transfers while helping the gang evade detection.

According to police, the gang was using social media platforms and modern technology to conduct betting activities discreetly. The lure of quick money had drawn the accused into the illegal trade, where they operated under the radar for some time.

Background of the Bust

The initial raid in Sunder Vihar Colony exposed a well-structured network that allegedly handled significant daily transactions. Police had earlier seized devices and cash from the spot, pointing to a coordinated effort involving several individuals. Further questioning helped investigators trace the support network that kept the racket running smoothly.

This is part of broader efforts by Chhattisgarh police to curb the rising menace of online satta, which often exploits digital platforms to attract users while laundering proceeds through mule accounts and proxy IDs.

Role of Accused in the Network

Investigators said the newly arrested persons played specific roles—providing fresh betting IDs to users, tracking payments, and offering backend technical assistance. Their involvement helped the main operators expand reach while trying to stay one step ahead of law enforcement.

Durg police have registered a case against all the accused under relevant sections of the Public Gambling Act and Information Technology Act. Further probe is underway to identify kingpins and trace the full flow of funds.

Impact on Illegal Betting Operations

The repeated arrests have dealt a significant blow to the local online satta network in the Durg-Bhilai industrial belt. Authorities believe such operations not only drain public money but also fuel other criminal activities, including cyber fraud and money laundering.

Local residents have welcomed the action, with many expressing concern over the easy accessibility of online betting apps that often target young users through social media promotions.

Ongoing Investigation

Senior officers indicated that questioning of all 11 arrested persons is continuing to uncover more links. Police teams are examining call records, transaction details, and digital footprints to map the entire chain.

What Lies Ahead

Durg police have assured that the drive against online satta will continue without any let-up. Officials appealed to the public to stay away from such illegal platforms and report suspicious activities. Further arrests are likely as the investigation widens to other possible associates.