The writing’s on the wall for non-profit organization All India Gaming Federation (AIGF), according to its former general secretary.

In a commentary posted on Glaws.in, former AIGF General Secretary Jay Sayta called for immediate reforms after the group saw a series of setbacks, including the group’s failure to create a unified framework for self-regulation, protection of consumers, and responsible gaming.

Sayta, who is one of the founding signatories of AIGF, feared that the group that was envisioned to be the umbrella body that would push the interest of all stakeholders in the gambling industry would become irrelevant in the future.

“In light of the aforementioned grave concerns, AIGF should evaluate and introspect whether it is necessary to revamp the organizational structure, team and priorities and align it in a manner that would effectively enable it to achieve its stated goals,” Sayta said.