India defends Online Gaming Bill, says users won’t face liability: Sources

The government on Wednesday defended the proposed Online Gaming Bill, saying the legislation is designed to protect users while holding companies accountable. Sources told CNBC-TV18 that while the real-money gaming sector employs thousands, the “balance of convenience” lies with the crores of people adversely impacted by such games.

“The law ensures no criminal liability on users of games. Users are victims — liability rests only on companies,” a government source said, adding that the framework gives industry what it has long sought:…