Wed Mar 19 07:33:09 UTC 2025: ## Over 1,000 Online Gambling Sites Blocked in India in 2024: Minister

**New Delhi, March 19, 2025** – The Indian government announced a significant crackdown on online gambling and betting, reporting the blocking of over 1,000 websites in 2024. Electronics and Information Technology Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw revealed this information in the Lok Sabha during the ongoing Budget session.

Minister Vaishnaw highlighted the collaborative efforts between the central government and state governments in addressing this issue. He emphasized that action is taken swiftly whenever violations are reported, within the confines of the constitution. The minister’s statement comes in response to concerns raised by several members of parliament regarding the negative impact of online gambling and violent online games on young people.

While acknowledging the ongoing challenges, Mr. Vaishnaw stated that the coordinated efforts of various cyber-crime agencies have led to a marked improvement in tackling this problem, and that a robust legal framework is under development. The 1,097 website blocks represent a significant step in the government’s efforts to curb illegal online gambling activities.

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