Shimla
A police have registered a case against seven persons for allegedly gambling at a homestay in the Jhakri area of Shimla district. The action was taken under Sections 3 and 4 of the Public Gambling Act.
According to police, a Detection Cell team from Rampur subdivision conducted a raid at a homestay during the intervening night of November 11 and 12, 2026, following a tip-off. During the search, seven individuals were allegedly found gambling with playing cards.
The accused have been identified as Khushpal Mehta, Jagdeep Singh, Shiv Singh, Nika Ram, Rajendra Thakur, Satish Kumar and Kirat Dev, residents of Shimla, Kinnaur and Kullu districts.
During the operation, police seized 52 playing cards and ₹10,000 in cash, reportedly used for gambling.
A case has been registered at Jhakri Police Station, and further legal proceedings are underway.
Shimla Police reiterated that strict action will continue against individuals involved in illegal activities, including gambling, as part of its efforts to maintain law and order in the district.
