Government Cracks Down on Illegal Betting: 300 Sites Blocked Under New Law

The government has blocked 300 illegal gambling and betting websites, including online sports betting platforms and casinos. This is part of a larger effort following the Online Gaming Act to create a secure online gaming environment. The Act bans online money games and imposes severe penalties for violations.

In an intensified measure against unlawful gambling activities, the government has successfully blocked 300 illegal gambling and betting websites, sources revealed on Friday.

These sites, which encompass online sports betting platforms, online casinos, and betting exchanges, were aimed at circumventing the regulations put in place by the authorities to create a safe and responsible gaming ecosystem.

The action follows the enactment of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, which aims to regulate the gaming industry while promoting e-sports and prohibiting online money games, backing this with strict penalties for non-compliance.

(With inputs from agencies.)