Between Our Revenue & Middle-Class Families, PM Chose Families: Vaishnaw on Gaming Bill
India’s Lok Sabha witnessed a significant development on Wednesday when the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025 was introduced. The bill, which aims to regulate the online gaming industry, has sent shockwaves across the nation. During the introduction of the bill, Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw made some candid remarks, highlighting the priorities of the Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. According to Vaishnaw, the Prime Minister always chooses to prioritize middle-class families over revenue when faced with a difficult decision.
Vaishnaw’s comments came while discussing the provisions of the bill, which bans real-money and gambling games. The minister emphasized that the bill has been introduced to protect Indian society from bad elements. The exact details of the bill are yet to be released, but it is already clear that the government intends to crack down on online gaming activities that are deemed harmful to players or pose a risk to national security.
Vaishnaw’s remarks about the Prime Minister’s priorities sent a clear message to the middle-class families of India, who have often been the backbone of the country’s growth. The Prime Minister, known for his economic reforms and progressive policies, has once again demonstrated his commitment to the welfare of the common citizen. By choosing to prioritize families over revenue, Modi has shown that he is willing to take the tough decisions necessary to protect Indian society.
The introduction of the bill comes at a time when online gaming has become a significant concern for Indian parents. With the rise of online gaming, there have been reports of children becoming addicted to games and exposing themselves to harmful content. The bill aims to address these concerns by regulating the online gaming industry and ensuring that games are safe and fun for players.
The bill also comes with strict guidelines for online gaming operators, requiring them to obtain a license from the government and comply with certain regulations. This move is expected to attract more investment in the online gaming industry, while also ensuring that the industry is responsible and accountable.
Critics of the bill argue that it is too restrictive and will stifle innovation in the online gaming industry. They point out that online gaming companies are already regulated by various laws, including the Information Technology Act, and that the government should focus on enforcing existing laws rather than introducing new ones.
However, supporters of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect Indian society from the harmful effects of online gaming. They point out that the bill will help to ensure that online games are safe and fun for players, and that it will also attract more investment in the industry.
As the debate around the bill continues, one thing is clear: the Prime Minister’s priorities lie with the welfare of the common citizen. By choosing to prioritize middle-class families over revenue, Modi has once again demonstrated his commitment to the well-being of Indian society.
