Won Rs 2 lakh, then fell into Rs 9 lakh debt trap: Young online gamer who nearly lost her life shares advice that could save yours

A young professional in her twenties, Shweta (name changed), fell into the world of online money games after seeing an advertisement on social media. What started as casual gaming escalated into an addiction that led her to borrow heavily, attempt suicide, and undergo weeks of recovery at a Mumbai hospital, a TOI report by Nitasha Natu stated. Her case sheds light on the growing concerns around online casino gaming in India.

The slippery start into online gambling

Shweta began playing online casino games last year, attracted by flashy social media ads offering slots, sports betting, and live dealer games. With just ₹5,000, she won ₹2 lakh in her early days of gaming. “I remember spending just Rs 5,000 and winning as much as Rs 2…