Indian Government now recognizes eports as a part of ‘multisports events’ under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. MeitY has also added a section related to ‘matters relating to online gaming’ after entry 5.
The move will lend a major fillip to the gaming industry, helping regularise it and build proper infrastructure for esport enthusiasts.
Lokesh Suji, Director, esports Federation of India & Vice President of the Asian esports Federation said, “We welcome this announcement by our government under the leadership of Hon’ble PM Modi ji, which will open new avenues to pour in more investment opportunities in this booming industry. From now onwards, we will have to build the proper infrastructure, training facilities and coaching for our young esports athletes. Only a short time until we see Esports being placed in the same league as cricket, football, basketball, etc. and having similar fan power, scale and craze.”
He further added, “With the latest announcement and India recently competing for medals at the inaugural Esports Asian Games, people are shaking off the misconceptions linked with esports as a passion or career option. The year 2023 beholds greater opportunities for esports and we are anticipating more favourable developments, only making it bigger. It surely has been a great year for Indian esports.”
For editorial related queries, reach us at edit@me.eventfaqs.com
