Online gaming companies seek a clear regulatory playfield
Mumbai: India’s online gaming industry is preparing to approach the ministry of electronics and information technology (MeitY) to seek clarity on the implementation of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Rules, 2026, amid fears over compliance obligations and regulatory ambiguity, industry executives said.
Industry executives, requesting anonymity, said they need more operational guidance on classification norms, compliance thresholds, and approval processes for new gaming formats. Stakeholders added that the absence of phased implementation of the rules could create uncertainty for companies required to immediately implement user safety and compliance measures.
