South India

Poker in Telangana

Hyderabad's growing live scene.

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Is poker legal in Telangana?

All gaming-for-stakes banned

Telangana Gaming (Amendment) Act, 2017 banned all wagering and betting, expressly removing the skill-game exception. The Telangana HC dismissed challenges in 2024. Hyderabad's live scene operates in a strict grey zone.

Court rulings & statutes

Junglee Games India v. State of Telangana
Telangana High Court · 21 Jun 2024
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Largely upheld Telangana's blanket prohibition on gaming-for-stakes.

Latest news

Hyderabad police continue periodic raids on private gamesDeccan Chronicle · Aug 2025

Editorial summary, not legal advice. Verify with a local lawyer before organising games.

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