The government will implement new online gaming rules from May 1 under the PROG Act, 2025, aiming to regulate money-based games, protect users, and promote the sector, with a new authority set to oversee classification, compliance, and enforcement
The Indian government has proposed the establishment of the Online Gaming Authority of India under the PROG Act 2025 to regulate e-sports and online social games while enforcing a nationwide ban on real-money gaming (RMG). The draft rules prescribe strict penalties for offering or promoting RMGs, including imprisonment and fines.
