Mumbai, Maharashtra, 2nd of February, 2026 : “The Finance Minister’s focus on IICT and job creation in AVGC is a positive step towards building structured career pathways in gaming. Our MoU with IICT is aimed at supporting this broader vision by connecting students with real-world esports and gaming opportunities.
Additionally, through initiatives like the Chennai Esports Global Championship and esports in the Tamil Nadu CM’s Trophy, we’ve also seen how competitive gaming already creates impact, from student engagement and production jobs to tourism and grassroots talent development. However, esports is missing from the policy conversation. India doesn’t lack players or audiences. What we need now is a formal pathway and a clear framework for esports so the ecosystem can scale responsibly and become a meaningful part of India’s digital and creative economy.”
Skyesports is a leading IP creator and community builder in Indian esports, known for organising large-scale tournaments and grassroots initiatives nationwide. The organisation has also worked closely with governments and institutions to support talent development and industry growth, including through the Chennai Esports Global Championship (CEGC) and its recent MoU with IICT.
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