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Gaming law changes could force online firms to redraw their Karnataka plans
Business
Published on 24 April 2026
A state ban may hit services even when companies stay registered
New gaming law interpretations raise uncertainty for online companies operating in India. The government is expected to clarify that firms may continue business within Karnataka, provided they do not offer online gaming to users in the state. Until that line is made clear, compliance risk and operational ambiguity could disrupt established online gaming operations.
- Companies may keep operating locally if they block Karnataka online gaming
- The key issue is defining what counts as serving users in Karnataka
- Uncertainty could increase compliance and legal risk for platforms
- Clear guidance is needed to avoid sudden business disruptions
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