Discussion meeting, leaflet distribution on online gambling held in Dhaka

Bashundhara Shuvosangho’s Pallabi thana unit held a discussion meeting and leaflet distribution programme in the area to make the young generation aware of the danger associated with online gambling and keep them away from the addiction.

During the event held on Friday, a discussion was held on the social, familial, mental and financial impacts of online gambling.

Speakers said the easy availability of online gambling and the lure of earning more money within a short time are pushing a section of the youth towards such dangerous addiction. Due to this, many people are becoming victims of exorbitant loans, mental depression and family disputes besides financial losses.

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Speakers further said that the easy availability of technology has made it possible for people to join various online gambling platforms through using handsets and the internet. Various advertisements are luring the youth to online gambling. Online gambling might seem to be a medium for entertainment and an easy way to earn money, but it can turn into a dangerous addiction at one point.

The event was coordinated by Shuvosangho’s central committee member and Pallabi unit President Tahmid Arefin Sajid.