YouTuber charged in Hyderabad for promoting betting apps

YouTuber Harsha Sai Bandaram has been charged in Hyderabad for promoting betting apps. A complaint was filed after a man lost over Rs1.3 million, influenced by Harsha Sai's content on Instagram and YouTube. The victim, who started following Harsha Sai in 2022, deposited money based on claims of high bonuses. He lost Rs13,67,300 after following betting advice from a Telegram group linked to the YouTuber. This case is part of a growing trend in the Telugu states, where several social media influencers have faced legal action for promoting betting apps. Police are urging the public to report such influencers.