The Morning Brief Ban and Boost? Explaining The Online Gaming Law
Aug 26, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Vidushpat Singhania, managing partner at Krida Legal, and Rohit Agarwal, founder of AlphaZegus Marketing, delve into the implications of India’s Online Gaming law. They explore the controversial ban on real-money games and the subsequent boost for e-sports. The pair unpack the legal battles over skill vs. chance, concerns about user protection, and the economic fallout affecting creators and sponsorships. As the gaming landscape shifts, they contemplate the uncertain future for a sector worth over ₹30,000 crore.
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Self-Regulation Failed, Government Stepped In
- The government says it offered self-regulation but industry infighting prevented viable SROs, prompting central takeover.
- Vidushpat criticizes rushed prohibition and suggests a deadline-based regulatory alternative was possible.
Global Models Favor Dynamic Regulation
- International models use dynamic gambling commissions that continually revise rules, advertising standards, KYC and play limits.
- Vidushpat recommends a similar ongoing regulatory body rather than outright prohibition.
Loot Boxes Remain A Grey Area
- Loot boxes and in-app purchases raise addiction risks and sit in a contested regulatory space, with jurisdictions varying on classification as gambling.
- The new authority will likely assess loot boxes case-by-case and act if used as gambling tools.