BGMI stands for Battlegrounds Mobile India. It’s a mobile battle royale game developed and published by Krafton, Inc., specifically designed for the Indian market. BGMI is essentially a rebranded and region-specific version of PUBG Mobile, which was banned in India in September 2020 due to concerns over data privacy and security.
The launch of BGMI came as a response to the ban on PUBG Mobile in India. Krafton, Inc. decided to develop a separate version of the game tailored to comply with Indian regulations and address the concerns raised by the Indian government regarding data privacy and security. BGMI features various adjustments and measures to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations, including storing user data on servers located within India.
By launching BGMI, Krafton aimed to provide Indian players with a legal and officially supported alternative to PUBG Mobile, thereby allowing them to continue enjoying the battle royale experience while addressing the regulatory issues that led to the ban. BGMI features similar gameplay mechanics to PUBG Mobile but also includes localization efforts to make the game more culturally relevant and appealing to Indian players.