BGMI IS BACK, Krafton teases the return of the game through official Instagram post
Well, the wait is finally over, BGMI is finally coming back to India after a long period of nine months.
The time is finally here for the Indian gaming community to cherish, as the return of Battlegrounds Mobile India is official. Krafton, the South Korean gaming company, has officially announced the return of BGMI through an official Instagram post. The game was removed from the Indian Play Store and App Store in July 2022, following the directive of the Indian government.
Over the past few weeks, strong rumors of the game's return have hovered around in the community. A media report suggested that MEITY is about to issue an order to unblock BGMI in the country for 90 days. It was reported that the Indian government would closely monitor the game for 90 days to ensure that it was following all rules and regulations. The rumors of BGMI's return have been turned into reality as Krafton has made it official.
Krafton in their second Instagram post on the official handle of Battlegrounds Mobile India thanked Indian authorities to allow them to resume BGMI services in the country. The South Korean company in its official statement said -
"We would like to express our deep appreciation to the Indian authorities for permitting us to restart the operations of BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA (BGMI). KRAFTON, Inc., as a responsible South Korean company that abides by the law, has put in place several measures to ensure compliance to all Indian laws. We are committed to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for our players, and we will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that we maintain the highest possible standards."
Krafton further stated that the company is deeply committed to contributing to the growth of the Indian gaming ecosystem. "At KRAFTON, Inc., we are our deeply committed to the Indian gaming ecosystem. Our approach has always been India-first, which serves as the foundation of all our efforts. We believe in investing in the Indian gaming industry and contributing to building a vibrant ecosystem that fosters growth and innovation. To achieve our mission, we aim to augment technology developments in India by collaborating with local developers and promoting the use of cutting-edge technologies. We also recognize the importance of providing skilling and employment opportunities for Indian talent, which can help them nurture their skills and thrive in the industry."
The company also expressed its gratitude toward the Indian gaming community that has supported them over the last few months and said that India has always been it's itst priority.
"We are grateful to our Indian gaming community for their support and patience over the past few months. We are excited to announce that BATTLEGROUNDS MOBILE INDIA will be available for download soon and we cannot wait to welcome you back to our platform. We believe in the power of gaming to bring people together and create unforgettable experiences. We are committed to delivering exceptional products and services to our users in India and beyond, and we look forward to continuing our journey with you," said Krafton.
Now, since BGMI's comeback has been made official, it would be interesting to see when the game officially returns on Indian Play Store and App Store.