Tamil Nadu Introduces Stricter Regulations for Real-Money Online Gaming

The Tamil Nadu Government has introduced the Tamil Nadu Online Gaming Authority (Real Money Games) Regulations, 2025, enforcing stricter compliance for real-money gaming platforms.

Key provisions include a ban on minors, Aadhaar-linked KYC verification, mandatory spending limits, pop-up addiction warnings every 30 minutes, and restricted gaming hours from 12 AM to 5 AM.

Platforms must display warnings about gaming addiction.

Non-compliance may lead to penalties under the Tamil Nadu Prohibition of Online Gambling Act, 2022.

These measures aim to balance industry growth with user safety, potentially setting a precedent for nationwide gaming regulations.