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India Tightens Casino Rules: Under-21s Barred from Gambling Zones
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 17 Jul 2026, 05:48 AM
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India has banned entry to casino gambling zones for anyone under 21, tightening age restrictions amid concerns over youth gambling.
India's Ministry of Finance has issued a directive barring individuals below 21 from casino gambling zones. The decision follows rising concerns about youth exposure to gambling and seeks to align with international age‑restriction norms. Casinos must now enforce stricter age verification, requiring valid government ID and biometric checks. Operators who fail to comply risk fines and license revocation.