Panaji: Big Daddy Casino Group on Friday issued an official clarification regarding recent Enforcement Directorate (ED) inquiries, firmly denying reports of seizures at its properties.
In a statement, the group, which includes M/s. Golden Globe Hotels Pvt. Ltd., M/s. Worldwide Resorts and Entertainment Pvt. Ltd., Big Daddy Casino, Goa, and Strike Casino, said it is fully cooperating with the authorities concerning ED operations carried out on September 28 across 15 locations in Goa, Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, and Rajkot.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) had said it has seized Rs 2.25 crore in cash apart from foreign currency worth Rs 8.5 lakh during multi-state searches against a Goa-based casino and its linked entities.
The statement clarified that only four locations are linked to the group — its two operational casino properties in Goa and two office premises in Goa and Gurgaon. “No cryptocurrency, foreign currency, or illegal funds were seized from any of our properties,” the group said, adding that any media reports suggesting otherwise were “factually incorrect.”
The companies also refuted claims linking them to online casinos, stressing that they operate only licensed, land-based casinos. The group further stated that any online activities carried out by individuals associated with the company were done independently and without the organisation’s knowledge or authorisation.
Reaffirming its commitment to compliance and transparency, the group said it will continue to fully cooperate with authorities as required.
