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India's MPL Cuts 60% Workforce Amid Gaming Ban

9/3/2025

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India's Mobile Premier League (MPL) is laying off nearly 60% of its workforce, affecting about 300 employees, due to a government ban on real-money gaming.
The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, prohibits several gaming formats, resulting in significant job losses in the industry.
MPL's app downloads have decreased by 73%, prompting companies to seek alternative business models.

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Story summary

India's Mobile Premier League (MPL) is laying off nearly 60% of its workforce, affecting about 300 employees, due to a government ban on real-money gaming.
The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, prohibits several gaming formats, resulting in significant job losses in the industry.
MPL's app downloads have decreased by 73%, prompting companies to seek alternative business models.