Tamil Nadu Bans Online Gambling Amid Suicide Cases
Tamil Nadu is moving toward banning online gambling.
Tamil Nadu has banned online gambling. Three people committed suicide after gambling in the state in November 2020. The government wants to impose fines on those who are found guilty of placing a wager online. Players face up to $67 in fines and six months in prison, while people who operate common gaming houses can get fined up $134 and spend up two years in jail.
Some people have committed suicide due to online gaming.
Tamil Nadu bans online gambling. The government believes that even skill-based games can be considered gambling when there is money on the line. It is possible that this ban will encourage people to seek the black market. It's important to teach people how to be responsible and make informed decisions.