Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment — Never a Source of Income

At hathwaybroadbandsurat.com, we believe that rummy, teen patti, and other card games should only ever be enjoyed as a form of entertainment and leisure. These games involve real risk: outcomes are never guaranteed, and over time the odds always favour the house or platform.

Gambling is not a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or recover losses. Please only ever play with money you can comfortably afford to lose, set a strict budget before you begin, and treat any money you spend on gaming the same way you would treat money spent on a movie or a night out — as the cost of entertainment.

If gaming stops being fun, it is time to stop. The information below will help you recognise the signs of problem gambling and find support if you need it.

Age Verification and Legal Requirements in India

You must be at least 18 years of age to participate in any form of gaming or gambling activity featured on or linked from this website. Please note that gambling laws in India vary significantly from state to state. Some states prohibit certain forms of real-money gaming entirely, while others regulate games of skill differently from games of chance. It is your responsibility to understand and comply with the laws applicable in your state or union territory before participating.

Licensed operators are required to verify your age and identity before allowing real-money play. Never share your account with a minor, and take active steps to prevent underage access:

• Keep your login credentials and payment details private and secure.
• Log out of gaming accounts after every session, especially on shared devices.
• Use parental control software and device-level restrictions where children have access to phones, tablets, or computers.
• Monitor bank and e-wallet statements for any unauthorised activity.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, income, or background. Be honest with yourself and review the checklist below. If several of these apply to you or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses — continuing to play or increasing stakes to try to win back money you have lost.
• Hiding your gambling — lying to family or friends about how much time or money you spend on gaming.
• Borrowing money to gamble — using loans, credit cards, or money meant for essentials like rent, food, or school fees.
• Preoccupation with gambling — constantly thinking about your next game, your last session, or how to get money to play.
• Neglecting responsibilities — missing work, studies, or family commitments because of gaming.
• Gambling to escape — playing to avoid stress, anxiety, depression, loneliness, or other difficult feelings.
• Increasing stakes over time — needing to bet larger amounts to feel the same excitement.
• Failed attempts to cut down or stop — repeatedly trying to quit or reduce your play without success.
• Mood changes — becoming irritable, restless, or angry when you try to stop or when you lose.
• Relationship strain — gambling causing arguments, broken trust, or isolation from loved ones.

Recognising even one of these warning signs is not a weakness — it is an important first step towards staying in control.

Self-Help Tools to Stay in Control

Reputable licensed gaming platforms offer built-in tools to help you manage your play. We strongly encourage you to set these limits before you start playing, not after:

• Deposit Limits: Cap the amount of money you can add to your account daily, weekly, or monthly. Decreases take effect immediately; increases should only take effect after a cooling-off period.
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose over a given period. Once reached, you will be unable to continue playing until the period resets.
• Wagering/Bet Limits: Restrict the total amount you can stake within a set timeframe.
• Session Time Limits: Define how long you can play in a single session before being automatically logged out.
• Reality Checks: Enable on-screen reminders that show how long you have been playing and how much you have won or lost, helping you make conscious decisions.
• Time-Out / Cooling-Off Periods: Take a short break — from 24 hours to several weeks — during which you cannot access your account.
• Self-Exclusion: If you need a longer break, self-exclude from the platform for six months, one year, or permanently. During self-exclusion you will not be able to log in, deposit, or receive marketing communications.
• Account Closure: You always have the right to close your account entirely and permanently.

Additional practical steps include keeping gambling money separate from everyday finances, never playing under the influence of alcohol or when upset, and taking regular breaks during play.

Support Organisations and Helplines

India does not currently have a dedicated national gambling helpline, but help is available. If gambling is affecting your mental health, relationships, or finances, please reach out to one of the services below. All conversations are confidential.

Support in India

• iCall (Tata Institute of Social Sciences) — Free, confidential telephone and email counselling for psychological distress, including addiction-related concerns. Call +91 91529 87821 or visit www.icallhelpline.org.
• AASRA — A 24/7 suicide prevention and crisis helpline offering emotional support for distress, including problems linked to gambling debt. Call +91 98204 66726 or visit www.aasra.info.
• Vandrevala Foundation — Free 24/7 mental health support and counselling across India. Call 1860 2662 345 or +91 99996 66555, or visit www.vandrevalafoundation.com.
• Gamblers Anonymous India — Peer-support meetings and a 12-step recovery programme for people struggling with gambling. Visit www.gamblersanonymous.org for meeting information.
• National Mental Health Helpline (KIRAN) — Government of India 24/7 helpline for psychological support and crisis assistance. Call 1800-599-0019 (toll-free).

International Resources (Available Online)

• GamCare (UK) — Free information, support, and counselling for anyone affected by problem gambling, accessible from anywhere via live chat and online forums: www.gamcare.org.uk.
• Gambling Therapy — Free multilingual online support for problem gamblers and their families worldwide: www.gamblingtherapy.org.
• BeGambleAware — Practical advice, self-assessment tools, and help finding support: www.begambleaware.org.
• National Council on Problem Gambling (US) — Resources and referrals that may be useful internationally: www.ncpgambling.org.

If you are concerned about a friend or family member, these organisations can also advise you on how to support them while protecting your own wellbeing and finances.

If You Have a Problem, Please Seek Help Today

Asking for help is a sign of strength, not shame. Problem gambling is a recognised and treatable condition, and thousands of people recover every year with the right support. Whether you are worried about your own gaming or that of someone you love, please take action now:

• Talk to someone today — call the KIRAN helpline on 1800-599-0019 or iCall on +91 91529 87821. It is free and confidential.
• Use self-exclusion tools on every gaming platform you use.
• Speak to your bank about blocking gambling transactions on your cards and accounts.
• Confide in someone you trust — you do not have to face this alone.

Remember: gambling should always remain a game. When it stops being fun, stop — and reach out. Help is available, recovery is possible, and you deserve support.

Last reviewed: 2026. hathwaybroadbandsurat.com is an informational affiliate website and does not operate gambling services directly. Please verify the current legal status of real-money gaming in your state before participating.