Gambling regulation in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand applies the Public Gambling Act, 1867 framework; no venues are licensed. Across every state and union territory, online money games are prohibited nationwide by the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, in force since 1 May 2026 and enforced by the Online Gaming Authority of India.
Online money games are prohibited across India under the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, in force since 1 May 2026 — regardless of any historical state-level permissions. The notes above concern land-based and state-specific rules.
Land-based casinos in Uttarakhand
No licensed land-based casinos are confirmed to operate in this state. We list only verified venues, so this section stays empty rather than naming unconfirmed establishments.
Regional gaming preferences
A pilgrimage-and-tourism economy with no licensed gaming layer.
Popular sports & traditional games
Cricket (Rishabh Pant's home state) and mountaineering sports.
Payment infrastructure
UPI established along the Dehradun-Haridwar corridor; cash in the hills.
Sources
- Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025 — https://www.indiacode.nic.in/handle/123456789/22148
- PIB backgrounder on the 2026 Rules — https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2256973