Lok Sabha passes Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025
- Context: The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025 has been passed by Lok Sabha to regulate the online gaming sector in India.
- Expert Opinion: Dr. Rohit Mehra, Dean of Research and Consultancy at Dr. BR Ambedkar National Institute of Technology, Jalandhar, welcomed the initiative.
- Key Provisions:
- Prohibits harmful money gaming services such as betting and gambling online.
- Encourages e-sports and social games to provide learning opportunities for youth.
- Aims to create job opportunities in the online gaming sector.
- Significance:
- Promotes responsible gaming while fostering digital skill development among youngsters.
- Supports the growth of India’s e-sports and digital entertainment industry.
- Aligns with broader objectives of digital economy and youth empowerment.
Updated - August 21, 2025 2:04 PM | News On Air