India’s government to propose blanket ban on real-money gaming

The Indian government is proposing a blanket ban on real-money gaming, including both skill-based and chance-based games. This move is part of the government's effort to regulate the online gaming industry in the country. The proposed regulation aims to prohibit the offering of real-money games, regardless of whether they are classified as skill-based or chance-based. This would affect a wide range of online gaming platforms, including those that offer popular games such as rummy, poker, and fantasy sports. The government's rationale for the proposed ban is to address concerns about the potential for addiction, financial harm, and other social issues associated with real-money gaming. The regulation is expected to have a significant impact on the rapidly growing online gaming industry in India, which has seen a surge in popularity in recent years. The proposed ban is likely to face opposition from the gaming industry and stakeholders, who may argue that skill-based games should be exempted from the blanket prohibition. However, the government appears determined to take a comprehensive approach to regulating the sector.