Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment — Not a Source of Income
At marigoldcottagesshimla.in, we want our visitors to enjoy games like Aviator safely and responsibly. Gambling should always be treated as a form of entertainment — never as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or escape personal difficulties. The outcome of any game is based on chance, and losses are a normal part of gambling. Only ever play with money you can afford to lose, and never borrow money to gamble.
Please note that gambling laws in India vary from state to state. It is your responsibility to ensure that online gaming is legal in your jurisdiction before participating.
Age Verification (18+)
Gambling is strictly prohibited for minors. You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age applicable in your state/territory in India) to register or play on any gambling platform. Licensed operators are required to verify the age and identity of all players.
If you share your device with minors, please take precautions:
- Never save your login details or passwords on shared devices.
- Use parental control and filtering software (e.g., Net Nanny, Qustodio) to block gambling sites.
- Keep payment cards and e-wallet credentials secure and out of reach of children.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Answer the following questions honestly. If you answer "yes" to several of them, it may be time to seek help:
- Do you chase losses — betting more to try to win back money you have lost?
- Do you hide your gambling from family or friends, or lie about how much you spend?
- Do you gamble with money meant for essentials like rent, food, or school fees?
- Have you borrowed money, sold possessions, or taken loans to fund gambling?
- Do you feel restless, irritable, or anxious when you try to cut down or stop?
- Do you gamble to escape stress, loneliness, or personal problems?
- Has gambling caused arguments or damaged relationships with people close to you?
- Do you spend more time and money on gambling than you originally planned?
- Have you neglected work, studies, or family responsibilities because of gambling?
Self-Help Tools
Reputable operators provide tools to help you stay in control. We strongly encourage you to use them:
- Deposit limits — set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly.
- Loss limits — cap how much you are willing to lose over a set period.
- Wagering limits — restrict the total amount you can bet.
- Session time limits & reality checks — receive reminders of how long you have been playing.
- Cooling-off periods — take a short break (24 hours to several weeks) from your account.
- Self-exclusion — block yourself from your account for an extended period or permanently.
Additional tips: set a strict budget before playing, never gamble when upset or under the influence of alcohol, and treat any winnings as a bonus — not an income.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential help is available:
- iCall – Psychosocial Helpline (India) — free counselling service run by the Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS). Call 9152987821 or visit www.icallhelpline.org
- Vandrevala Foundation (India) — free 24/7 mental health support. Call 1860-2662-345 or visit www.vandrevalafoundation.com
- GamCare — free support, information and counselling for anyone affected by problem gambling. www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop — free self-exclusion scheme for online gambling sites. www.gamstop.co.uk
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US) — helpline 1-800-522-4700. www.ncpgambling.org
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) — www.responsiblegambling.org
If Gambling Is No Longer Fun — Reach Out Today
Recognising a problem is a sign of strength, not weakness. If gambling is causing you stress, debt, or harm to your relationships, please take action now: use the self-exclusion tools on the sites where you play, talk to someone you trust, and contact one of the support organisations listed above. Help is free, confidential, and available — taking the first step is the most important one.
Last updated: 2026. marigoldcottagesshimla.in is committed to promoting responsible gaming.