The All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) has praised the Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) for its recommendation to warn celebrities and influencers against promoting betting and gambling companies. The aim of this advisory, issued under the Consumer Protection Act, is to address the proliferation of advertisements promoting illegal offshore gambling platforms, often endorsed by prominent figures in the Indian entertainment and sports industries.
Roland Landers, CEO of AIGF, thanked the government for its decisive action against these “anti-national illegal offshore gambling websites” that were disguised as legitimate news and sports websites in India. He highlighted the harmful impact of these platforms on consumers and highlighted AIGF's consistent efforts over the past nine years to address this issue.
“We have worked tirelessly to take action against these illegal organizations,” Landers noted. “The proliferation of advertisements on major Indian OTT platforms, satellite channels, newspapers and sports leagues is a matter of concern and we are committed to reporting any violations to the government.”
Landers also stressed the importance of distinguishing legitimate Indians online Games of skill Operators of illegal gambling sites that pose significant risks to consumers. He urged TV channels, OTT platforms and news publishers to take the warning seriously and not support these harmful websites.
“This notice will help consumers differentiate between genuine gaming platforms that prioritize player protection and others illegal gambling Websites that cause great harm,” concluded Landers.
AIGF's recognition of the government's initiative reflects a concerted effort to protect consumers and maintain government integrity gaming industry in India.
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