Zupee on Thursday said it has laid off 170 employees accounting for about 30 per cent of its workforce as part of a strategic realignment after the ban on real-money online games. The restructuring is in response to the newly enacted Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act 2025. The company said affected employees would be given first preference for re-hiring as fresh roles open up. Zupee To Lay Off 170 Employees Zupee along with several other platforms was forced to discontinue its real-money gaming services after the Online Gaming Bill 2025 imposed a blanket ban on games involving monetary stakes. This has been a tough call for us but was necessary to adapt to the new regulatory framework.  Our colleagues who are leaving us have been an integral part of Zupees journey and we will always remain thankful for their contribution in building Zupee into what it is today. We are providing comprehensive support to help our colleagues step seamlessly & with confidence into their next roles Dilsher Singh Malhi Founder & CEO of Zupee said. This includes additional financial support beyond the contractual notice period linked to years of service with some long-tenured employees receiving up to six months of financial aid. Zupee’s Support Package For Employees In terms of health and well-being current health insurance coverage will remain active for its full term. Furthermore Zupee has established a Rs 1 crore medical support fund to provide additional security for those exploring new opportunities. Looking ahead Zupee said it plans to expand its portfolio of culturally-rooted online social games and other entertainment products. With over 150 million registered users the company believes this strategic direction will foster a more resilient and future-ready business.  (With Inputs From PTI)