India Blocks 357 Offshore Gaming Sites, Freezes ₹126 Crore in Tax Evasion Crackdown

Authorities intensify enforcement against illegal gaming platforms ahead of IPL 2025, citing financial integrity and national security risks.

The Directorate General of Goods and Services Tax Intelligence (DGGI) has blocked 357 illegal offshore gaming websites and frozen ₹126 crore across 2,400 bank accounts.
Approximately 700 offshore gaming companies are under investigation for GST evasion, with 166 mule accounts linked to illicit transactions already blocked.
Three Indian nationals running offshore gaming platforms from abroad have been arrested, and further investigations are ongoing.
Authorities warn that funds processed through mule accounts may be funneled into illicit activities, posing risks to national security.
The public is advised to avoid unregulated gaming platforms, often endorsed by celebrities, to protect personal finances and support financial integrity.