Online Gaming Bill 2025 passed in Lok Sabha: Ban on real money gaming; boost for esports

Online Gaming Bill 2025 passed in Lok Sabha: Ban on real money gaming; boost for esports

 12:24 20/08/2025

Lok Sabha passed the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, amidst opposition protests. The bill aims to regulate online gaming, delighting esports but alarming real money gaming platforms. It proposes a central regulatory body, potentially impacting cricket sponsorships and endorsements. Esports anticipates a boost, gaining legitimacy as it prepares for its Olympic debut in 2027.
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