To bring about uniformity in the online gaming industry, the central government is exploring the need for a central regulatory framework. The policymakers have begun consultations and discussions for such a framework, a report by Economic Times (ET) said.
The regulator will have power to block unregistered gaming platforms. The operators will reportedly be asked to get the know-your customer (KYC) verification done to protect minor players.
Why India needs an online gaming regulatory framework?
A recent report by KPMG showed the presence of over 400 online gaming companies in India.
Of late, several cases of tax evasion by these