Tamil Nadu Government To Crack Down On Online Gambling
NDTV
The Tamil Nadu Cabinet, led by Chief Minister MK Stalin, today gave its approval to introduction of an ordinance to control online gaming in the state
The Tamil Nadu government will soon introduce an ordinance against online gambling. The state Cabinet meet, presided over by Chief Minister MK Stalin, today gave its approval to it. The ordinance will be introduced soon after the Governor's approval, a statement by the state government said.
The ruling DMK had appointed a committee under Retired Justice K Chandru to study and submit a report to ban online games. Public opinion was also sought through in-person consultations and emails. The report was fine-tuned and placed before the Cabinet for approval.
At least 17 people, including students, have died by suicide in the state after suffering heavy financial losses by participating in online games over the last few years.
Addiction to these games had led many into a debt trap. This made adoption of suitable legal measures necessary. Experts have also taken a critical view of celebrities, including popular cricketers, endorsing such games.
