AAP Councillor Arrested in Delhi Police Gambling Raid

Delhi Police arrested AAP Councillor Joginder Singh and six others during a gambling raid in Swroop Nagar. The raid seized over Rs 4.35 lakh and two decks of cards. One suspect, Dilshad Khan, escaped. A case is filed under the Delhi Public Gambling Act.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-07-2025 19:52 IST | Created: 20-07-2025 19:52 IST
AAP Councillor Arrested in Delhi Police Gambling Raid
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In a significant crackdown, Delhi Police has apprehended an AAP Councillor identified as Joginder Singh, alias Bunty, alongside six associates. The arrests came during a high-stakes gambling raid conducted in Delhi's Swroop Nagar area.

The law enforcement officers initiated a raid at Aggarwal Associates, strategically positioned on Main Kadipur Road, opposite Gaushala, Kadipur Village. The operation, executed around 8:40 PM on a Saturday, culminated in the capture of seven individuals, including a woman, engaged in illegal card gambling activities.

Among the seized items were Rs 4,35,550 in cash and two decks of playing cards. Notably, one suspect, Dilshad Khan, managed to escape the scene. This operation was meticulously documented through videography by police in compliance with standard procedures. The case advances under Section 3/4 of the Delhi Public Gambling Act, with investigations progressing.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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