Parliament Passes Online Gaming Bill 2025. Ban on Money Games, Advertising Stopped, Banks to Halt Fund Transfers, Promotion of E-Sports and Social Gaming.
New Delhi. Parliament approved the Online Gaming Promotion and Regulation Bill, 2025 on Thursday, August 21, 2025. The bill was introduced by the Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, and aims to promote e-sports and online social gaming while also prohibiting online money games.
Passed by Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha
The bill was passed by the Lok Sabha on Wednesday, and the Rajya Sabha approved it on Thursday without any debate. Amendments presented by opposition members were rejected. It is now law, and gaming platforms will be required to comply with its regulations.
Key Provisions of the Bill
It completely prohibits online money games and bans their advertisements. Simultaneously, banks and financial institutions have been instructed not to transfer funds for these games. On the other hand, e-sports and social gaming will be encouraged legally and safely.
Why Was This Bill Necessary?
Online money games were rapidly gaining popularity in India, and many people were investing money without thinking. This was increasing financial losses and mental stress. The government aims to ensure financial security and protect young people from unnecessary risks by stopping this.
Changes for Players and the General Public
Now, games with cash winnings will be banned, and players will only be able to play on legal platforms. The youth can focus on social gaming and e-sports, and the general public will be protected from financial risks.
Ashwini Vaishnaw said that the government's objective is to ban money games and promote safe gaming. An appeal has been made to the youth and gaming enthusiasts to use only legal platforms.
