Illegal betting networks remain a significant challenge in Pakistan and India, where underground operators continue to exploit loopholes in existing laws. These networks handle massive sums of money, often linked to organized crime and money laundering schemes.
Authorities in both countries have launched multiple crackdowns, seizing assets and arresting key figures behind illicit operations. However, due to the high demand for unregulated betting and the involvement of influential backers, many networks manage to resurface under different guises.
Experts suggest that only a combination of stricter legal frameworks, digital surveillance, and public cooperation can effectively dismantle illegal betting operations. Without sustained government intervention, the underground gambling industry will continue to flourish, posing risks to economic stability and security.
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