SONAPUR, Nov 15: Open gambling was alleged to have continued for two days from Friday beside the National Highway at 14 Mile under Sonapur police station.
Local sources said gambling was held openly at night in front of Siddhi Vinayak restaurant, located beside the highway.
The allegations came amid continuing police action against gambling in the state. The alleged activity continued despite the presence of police and the administration, triggering concern in the area.
According to the allegations, a Sonapur police team reached the spot on Saturday night after receiving a complaint about the gambling den. However, no person linked to the activity was detained and no gambling material was seized.
Allegations of open gambling at several places in Sonapur have surfaced since a few days before Diwali. The latest incident has raised questions over the role of police and the effectiveness of their drive against gambling.
