Paytm’s Strategic Reset, ₹142 Crore Loan Waiver Reflects Exit from Gaming Business

One97 Communications’ gaming subsidiary saw a loan waiver of ₹142 crore following the shutdown of its real-money gaming operations, a move aligned with evolving regulatory changes in India’s online gaming space. The company had earlier extended a shareholder loan of around ₹200 crore (including interest) to the gaming arm, and this waiver effectively cleans up its balance sheet exposure after the business exit. Importantly, the gaming vertical had a minimal financial contribution less than 1% to consolidated performance, indicating limited impact on overall financials. The shutdown itself was driven by regulatory developments that restricted real-money gaming formats, prompting

to refocus on compliant segments such as social gaming. Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only and not a recommendation to buy or sell any securities. I, or my family, associates, or relatives, may have a financial interest in the securities mentioned.