As tensions rise on the possibility of a BGMI ban , the Indian BGMI community has taken to social media to voice their opinion on the critical accusations made against Krafton India. While some say an “immediate ban is quite possible”, others argue that the allegations are false. The Bombay High Court has scheduled a hearing on April 15, 2025, to find the truth and shed light on the matter.
BGMI developer KRAFTON faces allegations of data breaches, contract violations, and unauthorized sharing/selling of user data, raising concerns about digital privacy in India. An FIR has been filed against them in Akluj Police Station, Maharashtra, for selling a player’s personal information on Telegram for a “sum of ₹2,000 per subscriber”.
This article will discuss the possibility of a BGMI ban and explore all the reasons why the ban is unlikely. For a detailed breakdown of the allegations against Krafton, read BGMI developer Krafton accused of selling user data - BGMI ban probability, details of FIR filed, data breach specifics, and more.
BGMI Ban is unlikely, here’s why
In the wake of such a controversial case and with the possibility of a BGMI ban looming, players across India have taken to social media to explore the real reasons behind the alleged data leaks.
The possibility of a hacker stealing user data
A Reddit user, theacidbat101, commented that the data breach could be the work of a hacker, and Krafton had nothing to do with it. Here’s what he said,
“Honestly, without proof nothing can be alleged. i think OP had his account hacked and that's how he lost his data”
Krafton is unlikely to sell data, knowing government policies
Another Reddit user, TheUnhingedMannequin, argued that the allegations against Krafton could be false. He reasons that the FIR was filed by a single resident in Maharashtra and not by a company or corporation. Furthermore, Krafton has a dedicated legal team that is aware of the governing policy for data privacy. Seeing that PUBG had been banned in 2020 due to these exact privacy concerns, it is unlikely they will repeat the same mistake. Here’s what he said,
“There's a slim chance that this could be false, as the FIR was filed by some local resident, and ain't no huge company selling private data on *** telegram
“Not after getting banned twice. Plus they are very well aware that the government has their sight on telegram sellers already. So they won't take such a major risk unless it was done by a group of few seniors in krafton who don't understand shit about tech.”
Nationwide BGMI ban unlikely under Bombay High Court’s jurisdiction
The FIR against Krafton was filed in Akluj Police Station, Maharashtra, and falls under the Bombay High Court’s jurisdiction. They have scheduled a hearing on April 15 to reveal the truth behind these allegations. However, as Personal_Guide_9218 sharply pointed out, the Bombay High Court can only impose a BGMI ban in Maharashtra. To enforce a nationwide BGMI ban, the case needs to go to the Supreme Court of India, the proceedings for which could take upwards of two years. This assures the BGMI fans to some extent. Here’s what Personal_Guide_9218 commented,
“It will take too long brother cause the case is filled in Bombay High court after 1st date 2nd date of the case will come in a year or maybe two even in that if they decide to take action which is near to impossible they can only enforce ban in Maharashtra and on whole of india for that he have to go to apex court of India Supreme court of India this process will take years so relax”
Will BGMI get banned?
All the above-stated reasons suggest that a BGMI ban is unlikely. However, if the allegations against KRAFTON are proven true, it could have dire consequences for BGMI. Now, only time will tell the full story, as we wait for the April 15 court hearing to reveal the full truth.
Irrespective of the final verdict, this case raises privacy concerns in India. The Indian government has enforced strict laws to protect user privacy and has even banning 119 apps from Chinese companies. One of these apps was PUBG Mobile, which got banned in 2020 due to data leakage to China. This is why fans remain extremely anxious about a possible BGMI ban, as they wait for the final verdict on the case on April 15, 2025.
Also read: BGMI developer Krafton accused of selling user data - BGMI ban probability, details of FIR filed, data breach specifics, and more
BGMI developer KRAFTON faces allegations of data breaches, contract violations, and unauthorized sharing/selling of user data, raising concerns about digital privacy in India. An FIR has been filed against them in Akluj Police Station, Maharashtra, for selling a player’s personal information on Telegram for a “sum of ₹2,000 per subscriber”.
This article will discuss the possibility of a BGMI ban and explore all the reasons why the ban is unlikely. For a detailed breakdown of the allegations against Krafton, read BGMI developer Krafton accused of selling user data - BGMI ban probability, details of FIR filed, data breach specifics, and more.
BGMI Ban is unlikely, here’s why
Bgmi ban in India again?
by u/WonderfulFig8921 in BGMI
In the wake of such a controversial case and with the possibility of a BGMI ban looming, players across India have taken to social media to explore the real reasons behind the alleged data leaks.
The possibility of a hacker stealing user data
A Reddit user, theacidbat101, commented that the data breach could be the work of a hacker, and Krafton had nothing to do with it. Here’s what he said,
“Honestly, without proof nothing can be alleged. i think OP had his account hacked and that's how he lost his data”
Krafton is unlikely to sell data, knowing government policies
Another Reddit user, TheUnhingedMannequin, argued that the allegations against Krafton could be false. He reasons that the FIR was filed by a single resident in Maharashtra and not by a company or corporation. Furthermore, Krafton has a dedicated legal team that is aware of the governing policy for data privacy. Seeing that PUBG had been banned in 2020 due to these exact privacy concerns, it is unlikely they will repeat the same mistake. Here’s what he said,
“There's a slim chance that this could be false, as the FIR was filed by some local resident, and ain't no huge company selling private data on *** telegram
“Not after getting banned twice. Plus they are very well aware that the government has their sight on telegram sellers already. So they won't take such a major risk unless it was done by a group of few seniors in krafton who don't understand shit about tech.”
Nationwide BGMI ban unlikely under Bombay High Court’s jurisdiction
The FIR against Krafton was filed in Akluj Police Station, Maharashtra, and falls under the Bombay High Court’s jurisdiction. They have scheduled a hearing on April 15 to reveal the truth behind these allegations. However, as Personal_Guide_9218 sharply pointed out, the Bombay High Court can only impose a BGMI ban in Maharashtra. To enforce a nationwide BGMI ban, the case needs to go to the Supreme Court of India, the proceedings for which could take upwards of two years. This assures the BGMI fans to some extent. Here’s what Personal_Guide_9218 commented,
“It will take too long brother cause the case is filled in Bombay High court after 1st date 2nd date of the case will come in a year or maybe two even in that if they decide to take action which is near to impossible they can only enforce ban in Maharashtra and on whole of india for that he have to go to apex court of India Supreme court of India this process will take years so relax”
Will BGMI get banned?
All the above-stated reasons suggest that a BGMI ban is unlikely. However, if the allegations against KRAFTON are proven true, it could have dire consequences for BGMI. Now, only time will tell the full story, as we wait for the April 15 court hearing to reveal the full truth.
Irrespective of the final verdict, this case raises privacy concerns in India. The Indian government has enforced strict laws to protect user privacy and has even banning 119 apps from Chinese companies. One of these apps was PUBG Mobile, which got banned in 2020 due to data leakage to China. This is why fans remain extremely anxious about a possible BGMI ban, as they wait for the final verdict on the case on April 15, 2025.
Also read: BGMI developer Krafton accused of selling user data - BGMI ban probability, details of FIR filed, data breach specifics, and more
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