Bhubaneswar, May 26 -- In a major crackdown on illegal IPL betting activities, Odisha Police on Tuesday arrested 18 individuals as part of its ongoing anti-betting campaign during the IPL-2026 season. The operation was conducted across multiple locations based on intelligence inputs, leading to the exposure of betting networks operating in the state.

Authorities said that the crackdown is part of a wider effort to curb illegal gambling activities linked to the ongoing cricket tournament. The arrested individuals are currently under investigation as police continue to trace the larger network involved in the racket.

Cash Seized, Accounts Frozen And Assets Recovered

During the operation, police seized more than Rs 36 lakh in cash from di...