Assam: Government employee among 4 arrested from gambling den in Ramkrishnanagar

Four individuals, including a government employee, were detained by local residents from an alleged gambling den in Ramkrishnanagar and later handed over to the police.

According to sources, illegal gambling and other antisocial activities had been ongoing for an extended period at the residence of one Amit Ghosh. Acting on mounting suspicion, vigilant locals assembled at night, surrounded the house, and upon entering, discovered several men engaged in gambling and alcohol consumption. While a few managed to escape, four individuals were apprehended after a chase and promptly handed over to the authorities.

A police team rushed to the scene and brought the situation under control. The arrested individuals have been identified as Prakash Chakachap, senior clerk at the Ramkrishnanagar Circle Officer’s office, R.N. Chiak, Madhai Ghosh, Abdul Jalil, and Amit Ghosh, the homeowner. Police also seized several vehicles suspected to be linked with the operation.

The incident has stirred sharp public resentment, with residents expressing discontent over the alleged inaction of the Ramkrishnanagar Police despite long-standing complaints about such illicit activities. Locals have urged stricter surveillance and immediate measures to curb the spread of gambling and related offences in the area.

An investigation into the case has been initiated.