The Indian government has introduced the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha. This legislation aims to create a legal framework for the booming online gaming sector by banning money games, which involve betting or monetary stakes, and imposing penalties of up to three years imprisonment and Rs 1 crore fines. The bill also champions the promotion of e-sports as legitimate competitive sports and encourages the development of social and educational games under strict guidelines. A new Online Gaming Authority is proposed to oversee the industry, foster innovation, and protect consumers.
The Union Government has introduced the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 in the Lok Sabha, aiming to establish a comprehensive legal framework for India's fast-growing online gaming industry.
The Bill seeks to promote e-sports, educational and social games, while placing a compl
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The Bill aims to establish a comprehensive legal framework for India's online gaming industry, promoting e-sports and social games while banning online money games.
Online money games, which involve betting, wagering, or monetary stakes, will be banned.
Offenders could face imprisonment of up to three years and fines of up to Rs 1 crore.
E-sports will be recognised as legitimate competitive sports and integrated into India's sporting ecosystem, with plans for dedicated training academies and research centres.
The Bill proposes the creation of a dedicated Online Gaming Authority to regulate the sector, encourage innovation, and ensure consumer protection.
Banks and payment systems will be barred from processing transactions related to money gaming platforms.