Responsible Gaming

Introduction

At oit.org.in, we believe that playing games like Battery Aviator — and any form of real-money gaming or gambling — should always be treated as a form of entertainment, not a way to earn money. There is no strategy, system, or "trick" that guarantees winnings. The outcome of every round is determined by chance, and over time, the house always has the edge.

Before you play, set a budget you can comfortably afford to lose, treat any money spent as the cost of entertainment, and never gamble with money needed for essentials such as rent, food, education, or loan repayments. If gambling stops being fun, it is time to stop.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years of age — or the legal age required in your specific Indian state or territory, whichever is higher — to participate in any form of real-money gaming or gambling.

Please note that gambling laws in India vary significantly by state, and some states prohibit online gambling entirely. It is your responsibility to verify that real-money gaming is legal in your jurisdiction before playing.

We support strict age verification and encourage parents and guardians to:

• Use parental control software (such as Net Nanny or Qustodio) on shared devices;
• Never share payment details, UPI credentials, or gambling account logins with minors;
• Keep devices password-protected and log out of accounts after each session.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Ask yourself honestly whether any of the following apply to you or someone you care about:

• Chasing losses — betting more 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;
• Borrowing money to gamble, or selling possessions to fund betting;
• Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, groceries, or other essentials;
• Feeling restless, anxious, or irritable when you try to cut down or stop;
• Gambling to escape stress, sadness, guilt, or other problems;
• Neglecting work, studies, relationships, or responsibilities because of gambling;
• Needing to bet larger amounts to feel the same excitement;
• Unsuccessfully trying to quit or reduce gambling multiple times;
• Thinking about gambling constantly or planning your next session throughout the day.

If you answered "yes" to even one or two of these, we strongly encourage you to use the tools below and consider speaking with a professional.

Self-Help Tools

Reputable gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control. We strongly recommend using them before you start playing:

• Deposit limits — set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly;
• Loss limits — cap the total amount you are able to lose within a set period;
• Wager/session limits — restrict how much you can bet or how long you can play in one session;
• Reality checks — enable on-screen reminders showing how long you have been playing and how much you have spent;
• Cooling-off periods — take a short break (24 hours to several weeks) during which you cannot play;
• Self-exclusion — block yourself from a platform for a longer period (6 months, 1 year, or permanently). Contact the operator's support team directly to activate this.

Additional steps you can take yourself include uninstalling gambling apps, asking your bank to block gambling transactions, and telling a trusted friend or family member about your decision to cut back.

Support Organizations

While India does not yet have a single national gambling-specific helpline, the following organisations provide confidential, professional support for addiction and mental health concerns, including problem gambling:

• iCall – Psychosocial Helpline (Tata Institute of Social Sciences) — free, confidential counselling by phone and email. Website: icallhelpline.org
• Vandrevala Foundation — free 24/7 mental health helpline across India. Website: www.vandrevalafoundation.com
• NIMHANS – Centre for Addiction Medicine (Bengaluru) — specialised clinical treatment for behavioural addictions, including gambling. Website: nimhans.ac.in
• AASRA — 24/7 helpline for emotional support and crisis situations. Website: www.aasra.info
• Gamblers Anonymous — international peer-support fellowship with meetings available online. Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org

You may also find these international resources helpful, as many offer online support in English:

• GamCare (UK) — www.gamcare.org.uk
• National Council on Problem Gambling (US) — www.ncpgambling.org
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) — www.responsiblegambling.org

Call to Action

If you feel that gambling is no longer fun, or that it is affecting your finances, relationships, work, or mental health, please reach out for help today. Talking to a counsellor or helpline is free, confidential, and without judgement — and it is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If you are worried about a friend or family member, the organisations listed above can also advise you on how to support them. Remember: when the fun stops, stop. Help is always available, and recovery is always possible.