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Himachal Pradesh to Relaunch State Lottery After 25 Years, Promises Strict Regulations
✍️ The News Mill
🗓 27 Aug 2026, 02:33 PM
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The Himachal Pradesh government announced plans to revive its state lottery, the first in a quarter‑century, under a new framework that will impose stringent controls.
The government of Himachal Pradesh has announced the revival of its state lottery, a game that has been dormant for 25 years. The decision comes after a review of the previous lottery system and a commitment to introduce a more robust regulatory framework.
Officials said the new lottery will be designed to generate additional revenue for state welfare schemes while ensuring transparency and fairness. The plan includes stringent measures to prevent fraud and protect players.
Key features of the new system will involve a licensing process for vendors, mandatory audits, and a clear set of eligibility criteria for participants. The state will also establish a dedicated monitoring body to oversee operations.
While the exact launch date has not been disclosed, the government indicated that the lottery will be operational within the next few months, pending the finalization of the regulatory guidelines.
Officials said the new lottery will be designed to generate additional revenue for state welfare schemes while ensuring transparency and fairness. The plan includes stringent measures to prevent fraud and protect players.
Key features of the new system will involve a licensing process for vendors, mandatory audits, and a clear set of eligibility criteria for participants. The state will also establish a dedicated monitoring body to oversee operations.
While the exact launch date has not been disclosed, the government indicated that the lottery will be operational within the next few months, pending the finalization of the regulatory guidelines.