Maharashtra-based cop Somnath Zende suspended after winning Rs 1.5 crore on Dream11 amid govt’s crackdown on online gaming with stakes. Know all about the row

ACP of Pimpri Chinchwad police Satish Mane instructed AajTak, “Sub-Inspector Somnath Zende took half in on-line gaming and after profitable the cash, he gave some interviews to the media organisations following which they began a preliminary investigation. As per the principles, he didn’t take prior permission earlier than collaborating in an internet recreation with stakes and gave interviews whereas sporting the police uniform.  He (Somnath) has been suspended as per the IPC guidelines.”