Illegal Gambling and Betting Market in India: The Scale and Enablers

Digital India Foundation · 1 March 2025

This report examines the scale and ecosystem of illegal betting and gambling platforms operating in India, recording 1.6 billion visits across four major platforms in just three months. It maps the key enablers sustaining these operations, including digital advertising networks, payment infrastructure, and offshore jurisdictions, and reviews enforcement strategies from multiple countries to recommend a comprehensive ecosystem-based approach for India.