Cryptocurrencies aren’t just a debate anymore. Governments have gone from “What’s a blockchain?” to “How do we regulate this before our coffee goes cold?” The market? Oh, it’s fully in the game, playing 20 questions with regulators while sipping on digital asset margaritas.
India, though, with its $4+ trillion economy, is basically that friend who says they’re “taking a break” from adulting but still expects you to pay their bills. The country’s hesitation is like watching a TikTok dance but missing half the steps-confusing, frustrating, and slightly cringe.
No policy clarity? That’s okay!
India has 100 million crypto users. That’s like having a massive fan club for a band that doesn’t know if they’re allowed to play shows. Trading crypto is legal? Sure! Heavily taxed? Oh, absolutely-30% profits tax and a 1% TDS like you’re at a buffet and they’re charging you for the napkins.
But here’s the twist: the government still acts like crypto is a guest who showed up uninvited to the party. It’s like dating someone who says they’re “into you” but hasn’t added you on social media. You tax them, you monitor them, but you won’t commit to a long-term relationship.
This has created a peculiar half-position. It’s the crypto version of a “maybe” relationship-where everyone’s investing time, but no one’s buying the ring.
As Abhay Agarwal, Founder and CEO of GetBit, said (probably over a chai):
“Changes would keep capital in India… and give India a great opportunity to take on the role of a thoughtful and responsible leader of the emerging digital asset economy…”
Indecision is expensive
In India, indecision is as expensive as a bad blind date. The absence of a crypto framework has sent trading activity offshore, like sending your savings to a country where the only rule is “no rules.” Recent estimates say Indian users generated close to ₹5 lakh crore ($5 trillion) on offshore exchanges. That’s enough to buy every single person in the country a lifetime supply of samosas-if only the government had a plan.
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2026-01-22 15:28