The Physical Education Foundation of India (PEFI) is partnering up with Krafton India and Invest India to host the Esports Conclave 2025 on April 1 in New Delhi. The event will unite senior government officials, policymakers, industry leaders, and top-tier esports professionals to shape the future of esports, drive investment opportunities, and foster international collaboration.
The discussions at Esports Conclave 2025 will focus on strengthening India's roadmap for international tournaments, advancing the growth of the Indian game development ecosystem, and furthering the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision. It will also explore avenues for catalyzing investments, creating employment opportunities, and expanding esports infrastructure. Additionally, industry leaders will be unveiling an Esports framework recommendation to the government, outlining critical steps needed to further esports as a recognized industry, strengthen its regulatory framework, and position India as a global leader in competitive gaming.
Given the rapid growth and acceptance of Esports in India, there is an urgent need for a greater and stronger regulatory framework to be put in place, one that will include recommendations from all stakeholders - government, policy makers and industry. This, inherently, is the primary reason behind the setting up of landmark conclave.
Speaking about the event, Sean Hyunil Sohn, CEO, Krafton India, said, “Esports is the future of competitive entertainment. With its official recognition in premier sporting events such as the Asian Games and the upcoming Olympic Esports Games 2027, Indian athletes now have the opportunity to compete on the world’s biggest stages. At KRAFTON India, we are committed to fostering a structured, sustainable, and internationally competitive esports ecosystem that empowers players and drives industry growth. Esports Conclave 2025 is a defining moment in this journey, bringing together policymakers, industry pioneers, and esports professionals to shape a long-term vision for India’s Esports industry.”
With the Indian gaming industry expected to reach $7.5 billion by FY28, growing at a CAGR of 20%, Esports is set to become a key driver of the country’s digital economy. By bringing together the brightest minds in policy and industry, Esports Conclave 2025 will serve to cement a strategic vision for the future, marking a milestone moment for the industry.
