'Easy Lottery' transforms Meghalaya's lottery system, says CM Conrad Sangma

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma on September 28 said that the "Easy Lottery" platform represents an innovative shift in the state’s lottery system, enhancing digitization and transparency. He said that the online platform aims to modernize traditional lottery practices and streamline operations.

Sangma said that Meghalaya government is committed to ensuring fairness and accountability within the lottery system. "With 'Easy Lottery,' we are introducing a system that makes it easier for citizens to participate in lotteries," he said. 

Earlier on September 10, Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma had launched EasyLottery.in, India’s first fully digital lottery platform, aimed at transforming the lottery sector through transparency and efficiency. The platform offers a top prize of Rs 50 crore and is designed to ensure a secure and seamless experience from ticket purchase to prize distribution.

Speaking on the initiative, Sangma highlighted the potential economic benefits for the state, particularly in terms of GST revenue. “This initiative is expected to yield significant revenue for Meghalaya through GST collection,” he stated.

Sangma also emphasised the platform's commitment to responsible gaming, noting that safeguards are in place to help winners avoid addiction. "EasyLottery empowers winners to benefit from the prizes, but should it reach a point where they start displaying addiction or dependency tendencies, we are able to step in and help," he said.

The Chief Minister further stressed the platform's security measures, particularly the introduction of a "non-transferable ticket" policy, designed to prevent money laundering and ensure the rightful owner claims the prize. This, he said, would guarantee a secure experience for all users.

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