Property Worth ₹5.89 Lakh Seized, Including Cash, Mobile Phones and Motorcycles
Nanded, October 6: In a major crackdown on illegal activities in the Nanded range, a special police team constituted by Deputy Inspector General of Police (DIG) Shahaji Umap conducted a raid against people allegedly involved in gambling. The action was carried out on October 4, 2026, within the jurisdiction of Usman Nagar Police Station.
Raid Conducted Behind Satbara Hotel
Acting on directions to curb illegal businesses across the Nanded police range, a team comprising officers and personnel from the DIG’s office was deployed in Nanded district. The team raided a tin shed located behind Satbara Hotel in the Usman Nagar area, where gambling activities were allegedly taking place.
During the operation, police seized ₹1,19,920 in cash, seven mobile phones and five motorcycles. The total value of the seized property was assessed at ₹5,89,920.
Case Registered Against Eight Persons
Police took action against a total of eight persons in connection with the gambling activity. A case has been registered at Usman Nagar Police Station under Crime No. 216/2026 for offences punishable under Section 12(A) of the Maharashtra Gambling Act. Further investigation into the matter is underway.
DIG Shahaji Umap Appreciates Police Team
Police Sub-Inspector Pankaj Ingle, along with Police Head Constables Pradip Khansole, Ganesh Rathod, Sandip Waghade and Gajanan Davre, participated in the operation. DIG Shahaji Umap appreciated the team for its notable performance and encouraged the officers and personnel involved in the successful action.
Citizens Urged to Report Illegal Activities
The DIG’s office has also launched a ‘Khabar’ helpline to enable citizens to directly provide information about illegal activities in their respective areas. Citizens have been urged to share information regarding illegal businesses with the police through the helpline number 9150100100. DIG Shahaji Umap appealed to the public to cooperate with the police in curbing unlawful activities.
