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Crime
11 Arrested for Illegal Gambling in Jalandhar, Rs 81,000 Seized
✍️ Amar Ujala · Jalandhar
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 07:36 PM
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Police in Jalandhar detained eleven individuals caught gambling and recovered about Rs 81,000 in cash, officials said.
Jalandhar police announced the arrest of eleven persons who were found playing illegal gambling games in the city. The operation resulted in the seizure of approximately Rs 81,000 in cash, which authorities recovered from the suspects. The police statement indicated that the raid was conducted after receiving information about the gambling activity. No injuries were reported, and the detained individuals are being held for further investigation under the relevant anti‑gambling provisions. The case underscores ongoing enforcement efforts against unlawful betting in Punjab.