India, April 10 -- The Karnataka government has begun work on a new legislation to regulate online gaming platforms in the state.

In a post on X, Karnataka IT minister Priyank Kharge said he held a detailed high-level meeting with industry stakeholders to discuss a legal framework for regulating the online gaming industry. The meeting was also attended by state home minister G Parameshwara, top government officials, members of online gaming federations and industry experts.

"The intent of this legislation is to curb online gambling/betting and games of chance and protect consumers from fraud, while supporting innovation and sustainable growth of the skill-based gaming industry," Kharge said.

Speaking to the media after the meeting, Par...