
From Rapid Boom to a Crashing Halt: Understanding the Legal and Economic Implications of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025
Updated: 19 Sep, 2025The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 seeks to overhaul India’s online gaming landscape by introducing a comprehensive regulatory framework while at the same time imposing a blanket ban on the operation of Real Money Games (RMGs). The legislation, aimed at curbing issues such as increasing addiction among the youth towards RMGs, has far-reaching consequences not only for players but also for the industry and investors who have fueled its rapid growth. In this article, we examine the legal and economic implications of the Act and the critical questions it raises for policymakers, businesses, and the judiciary.