Government Decides to Shut Down Betting Apps and Websites in Nepal

The government has decided to shut down betting apps and related websites operating in Nepal. This decision was approved during the first cabinet meeting led by Prime Minister Balendra Shah, as part of the 100-point governance reform program. Foreign betting apps and websites are also active in Nepal.

15 Chaitra, Kathmandu – The government has resolved to completely close all betting apps (betting applications) and related websites operating throughout the country within 24 hours. This decision was taken as part of the 100-point governance reform program approved during the first cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Balendra Shah. Although betting is illegal in Nepal, it continues to operate rapidly through mobile apps and websites.

Furthermore, foreign betting apps and websites are active in Nepal, promoting their services through various pages on social media related to betting. Legal ambiguities regarding this matter have made it difficult to regulate. The police continue to detain individuals involved in betting at various sports events occurring across the country.