Suryaa Andhra Pradesh Desk: Narasannapet, Surya: People are expressing concern that the banned six-pick gambling is going on freely in Srikakulam district. 'Single is ours.. Double is yours'... Narasannapet, Surya: People are expressing concern that the banned six-pick gambling is going on freely in Srikakulam district. Locals are expressing their concern that lakhs of rupees are changing hands in this game called 'Single Madi.. Double Madi', youth are losing money and families are in trouble. Questions are being raised about the supervision of the concerned authorities as this gambling continues despite government bans. Locals are alleging that six-pick gambling is being conducted at night in Narasannapet, Jalumuru, Saravakota, Polaki, Amdalavalasa and Kotabommali areas.
It is said that even in the areas where small festivals and fairs are held, games are held openly. There are allegations that this affair is going on in the name of cultural programs and the organizers are collecting huge amounts of money. Impact on the future of youth Locals say that youth are attracted to this gambling with the hope of earning more money in less time. Concerns are expressed that the game which starts off as fun gradually turns into an addiction leading to debt, financial problems and family strife. Along with allegations of cheating in the game, there are also claims of fights over money. Start over after complaints? Locals allege that even though some people who are facing problems due to gambling have called 100/112 emergency numbers to complain, the game which stopped for a while is starting again. As a result, questions are being heard as to what action is being taken on the complaints.
There are allegations that some administrators claim to be giving huge sums of money to the officials, thus treating them with impunity. But official confirmation on these allegations is yet to come. Public appeal for SP's intervention Locals say that there are frequent fights in gambling areas and people are facing problems. In this context, Srikakulam District SP has responded and wants to establish special surveillance in Narasannapet and related mandals. Apart from taking legal action against the operators of banned games, it is requested that a thorough investigation be conducted against the persons accused of making illegal payments. People want the authorities to stop neglecting this matter which is damaging the future of the youth and the financial condition of the families and take effective measures. Reporter : Gopal Krishna, Narasannapet, Srikakulam District.
