A number of Indian states have enacted wide-ranging prohibitions on various forms of online gaming. These bans specifically extend to popular games such as fantasy sports, rummy, and poker, affecting users in these regions.
Key takeaways
- Odisha has banned all forms of online gaming.
- Telangana has implemented a comprehensive ban on online gaming.
- Andhra Pradesh has forbidden online gaming, including skill-based games.
- Assam has also put in place a ban covering online gaming activities.
What happened
The states of Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Assam have moved to outlaw online gaming activities within their jurisdictions. This measure targets not just games of chance but also extends to those traditionally considered skill-based, such as fantasy sports, rummy, and poker.
Indian context
These state-level actions highlight the diverse regulatory landscape for online gaming across India. While the central government works on a unified framework, individual states continue to exercise their powers to regulate or ban such activities within their borders, impacting the national skill-gaming sector.
Source: MediaNama — read the full original report.
