India’s Supreme Court weighs blanket ban on online betting apps

The Supreme Court of India is deliberating on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) that could potentially result in a nationwide ban on online betting apps.

The petition, filed by Dr. K.A. Paul, seeks to protect Indian youth and vulnerable populations from the risks posed by unregulated digital gambling platforms. According to the PIL, many betting and gambling services are being “disguised as fantasy sports and skill-based games,” a claim that has sparked serious discussions at the highest level of India’s judiciary.