The recent revelation that former cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan have had their assets worth Rs 11.14 crore seized in relation to a betting platform probe has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar expressed his disappointment in their actions, questioning their role model status and the message it sends to the youth. He emphasized the dangerous consequences of betting addiction, citing the thousands who have tragically taken their own lives due to such issues. Sajjanar called upon celebrities like Raina and Dhawan to use their influence for positive change and to steer clear of promoting harmful practices like betting. It serves as a stark reminder of the responsibility that public figures hold in shaping societal norms and setting an example for the younger generation.
The recent revelation that former cricketers Suresh Raina and Shikhar Dhawan have had their assets worth Rs 11.14 crore seized in relation to a betting platform probe has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar expressed his disappointment in their actions, questioning their role model status and the message it sends to the youth. He emphasized the dangerous consequences of betting addiction, citing the thousands who have tragically taken their own lives due to such issues. Sajjanar called upon celebrities like Raina and Dhawan to use their influence for positive change and to steer clear of promoting harmful practices like betting. It serves as a stark reminder of the responsibility that public figures hold in shaping societal norms and setting an example for the younger generation.