The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued notices to prominent Tollywood celebrities, including Rana Daggubati, Vijay Deverakonda, Prakash Raj, and Manchu Lakshmi, in connection with a high-profile betting app promotion case. The ED has summoned these stars for questioning, scheduling specific dates for their appearances as part of an ongoing investigation into illegal betting app promotions.
Betting App Scandal: Key Details of the ED Investigation
The ED has fixed the following dates for the celebrities to appear for questioning:
- Rana Daggubati: July 23
- Prakash Raj: July 30
- Vijay Deverakonda: August 6
- Manchu Lakshmi: August 13
The investigation stems from cases registered in areas such as Punjagutta, Miyapur, Suryapet, and Visakhapatnam, targeting promotions of betting apps like Jungle Rummy, JeetWin, and Lotus 365. The ED has filed an Enforcement Case Information Report (ECIR) against 29 individuals, including actors, YouTubers, and influencers, for their alleged involvement in promoting these platforms.
Allegations Surrounding Betting App Promotions
The controversy centers on the promotion of betting apps, which have reportedly led to significant financial losses for many young individuals. In some tragic cases, victims allegedly resorted to suicide after losing substantial sums of money. Authorities claim that the operators of these betting apps have amassed crores of rupees through illicit means, exploiting the influence of celebrities and influencers to attract users.
Betting App Scandal: Impact of Celebrity Endorsements
The involvement of Tollywood stars in promoting betting apps has sparked widespread concern. The ED’s probe aims to uncover the extent of their role and whether these promotions violated legal or ethical boundaries. With millions of fans, the influence of these celebrities is believed to have driven vulnerable individuals, particularly youth, to engage with these betting platforms, resulting in devastating consequences.
What’s Next in the Investigation?
As the ED intensifies its probe, the focus remains on the accountability of those involved in endorsing these betting apps. The investigation could set a precedent for how celebrity endorsements are regulated in the digital age, especially for platforms linked to financial misconduct. Stay tuned for updates as this high-profile case unfolds.
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