Saurabh Chandrakar, the mastermind behind the notorious Mahadev Betting scam, was arrested in Dubai on Friday. The arrest came after an Interpol Red Corner Notice was issued at the request of India’s Enforcement Directorate (ED), marking a significant breakthrough in the ongoing investigation into one of the country’s biggest betting frauds.
The operation to apprehend Chandrakar was the result of coordinated efforts between the ED, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), and the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). UAE authorities officially notified the MEA of Chandrakar’s arrest, marking a critical step toward bringing the accused to justice.
Sources within the ED revealed that Chandrakar’s arrest is a major development in their ongoing probe into the Mahadev Betting app, which is accused of running a massive illegal online betting operation that defrauded thousands of users. The scam is said to involve money laundering, and the ED has been actively investigating financial irregularities linked to the betting platform.
Officials from the ED have confirmed that the extradition process will begin soon. “The necessary documentation is being prepared and will be sent to UAE authorities in the coming days,” an official said, adding that the next phase of the operation will focus on expediting Chandrakar’s return to India to face legal action.
The Mahadev Betting app has been under the ED’s radar for months, with Chandrakar and other associates accused of operating an illegal online betting syndicate. The scam is estimated to have funneled large sums of money through various channels, raising concerns about money laundering and potential links to organized crime.
Chandrakar’s arrest in Dubai marks a significant win for Indian authorities as they continue their crackdown on illegal betting and money laundering activities. His extradition is expected to further unravel the extent of the Mahadev Betting scam and expose other key figures involved in the operation.
As Chandrakar awaits extradition, the ED is gearing up for the next phase of its investigation, which will focus on recovering funds and identifying other individuals who may be complicit in the illegal operation.