Online gambling ban on the cards, says Home Minister Bommai

BENGALURU: Home Minister Basavaraj Bommai on Friday said that the government is working on introducing new laws to put an end to online gambling in the state. Talking to the media after an event to distribute Chief Minister’s Medals to police personnel at Vidhana Soudha, he said that several states have already introduced laws to put an end to the menace.

“Many are addicted to online gambling and are losing their hard-earned money. The government has taken the issue seriously and is working on introducing new laws to curb it. Soon, a decision will be announced,” Bommai said. “Some states have already prohibited online gambling. Our officers are studying the laws in those states. After a proper study, we will introduce stringent laws banning online gambling,” he added.