Karnataka’s Chess Ecosystem Hit By Online Gaming Ban: KSCA

Karnataka’s Chess Ecosystem Hit By Online Gaming Ban: State Chess Association

SUMMARY

Online games are banned in the state since October 5th, 2021

The Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA) has said that sponsorships from online gaming companies for chess tournaments have dried up

Recently, IndiaTech wrote to MeitY suggesting framing of a ‘Code for Responsible Online Gaming’

Karnataka government’s decision to ban online gaming has adversely affected the chess ecosystem in the state as it has resulted in lack of corporate sponsorship from online skill gaming companies, according to the Karnataka State Chess Association (KSCA).“The ban has hindered corporate sponsorships, especially from online skill gaming companies affected by the bill, and in turn has affected organisations like KSCA,” said D.P Ananth, president, KSCA.

Noting that the ban also halted the games of skill also, D.P Anantha, president, KSCA today (December 14th, 2021) has sought amendments to the law to allow games of skill.