The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is conducting extensive searches across multiple cities in connection with the high-profile Mahadev Betting App case.
According to sources, several premises linked to Nishant Pitti, co-founder of travel tech platform EaseMyTrip, are under scrutiny as part of the ongoing investigation into alleged money laundering and illegal betting operations.
The coordinated operation is reportedly underway at 15 locations spanning major cities including Delhi, Mumbai, Gurugram, Chandigarh, Ahmedabad, Indore, Jaipur, Chennai, and Sambalpur.
The raids come amid intensified efforts by central agencies to uncover the financial web behind the controversial Mahadev app.
The case, which has drawn national attention, revolves around illegal online betting activities and cyber frauds estimated to be worth over ₹15,000 crore. The probe traces its roots to an FIR lodged in 2019, naming 32 individuals, including app promoters Saurabh Chandrakar, Ravi Uppal, and Shubham Soni. These individuals have been accused of orchestrating a vast betting and fraud network that exploited digital platforms to target unsuspecting users.
In a related development earlier in March, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) had conducted searches at the residence of former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel, further widening the political and financial dimensions of the case.
The ED’s current operation signifies a major escalation in the investigation, as officials attempt to track the flow of illicit funds and uncover possible links between tech entrepreneurs and the sprawling betting syndicate. While further details remain awaited, sources indicate that financial records, digital evidence, and communication data are being closely examined during the raids.
EaseMyTrip and Nishant Pitti have not issued an official statement at the time of this report. The case continues to evolve, with more revelations expected in the coming days.