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Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), inaugurated KRAFTON India's Battlegrounds Mobile India International (BMIC) Cup 2026 in Mumbai, bringing together 16 top teams from India, South Korea and Japan. He interacted with players and gaming enthusiasts, encouraging participants to make the most of this prestigious international platform and showcase their talent on the global stage. The occasion highlighted India's growing presence in international esports, with Adv. Ashish Shelar reaffirming ESGF's commitment to strengthening the country's esports ecosystem and creating greater opportunities for emerging gaming talent. The event was also graced by Mr. Yoo Dong-wan, Consul General, Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Mumbai. Together, let's take Indian esports to greater heights! 🇮🇳🎮 #BMIC2026 #KRAFTONIndia #BGMI #Esports #EsportsIndia #ESGF #IndianGaming #GamingTalent #InternationalEsports

Celebrating India's growing footprint on the global esports stage! 🇮🇳🎮 Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the Esports Games Federation (ESGF), inaugurated KRAFTON India's Battlegrounds Mobile India International (BMIC) Cup 2026 in Mumbai, bringing together 16 elite teams from India, South Korea and Japan. The event showcased the passion, talent and competitive spirit driving the future of esports. His presence and interaction with players highlighted the importance of nurturing emerging talent and building a stronger esports ecosystem in India. A significant step towards taking Indian esports to the international stage! #BMIC2026 #KRAFTONIndia #BGMI #ESGF #EsportsIndia #IndianGaming #GlobalEsports #GamingTalent #GamingCommunity

Building a stronger future for Indian esports requires institutional support, government recognition, and the right opportunities for players and stakeholders. At BMIC 2026, Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), shares his insights on ESGF's role, government support, and the growing future of esports in India. #AshishShelar #ESGF #BMIC2026 #EsportsIndia #IndianEsports #GamingIndustry #EsportsEcosystem #GamingInIndia #EsportsDevelopment

A proud moment for the Indian AVGC-XR and Esports industry! 🏆 Shri Ashish Kulkarni, founding Member, IICT; Board Member, ESGF was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Rising AVGC-XR & Media Association of Rajasthan in recognition of his remarkable contributions to India's Animation, VFX, Gaming, Comics, Extended Reality (XR) and Esports sectors. The award was presented during the World Animation Day celebrations at the Rajasthan AVGC-XR Summit 2026, held in Jaipur on 28th October 2026. Heartiest congratulations to him on this well-deserved recognition and his invaluable contribution to the industry! #AshishKulkarni #LifetimeAchievementAward #AVGCXR #IndianGamingIndustry #Esports #Animation #VFX #Gaming #ExtendedReality

India’s Gaming Revolution Is Just Getting Started! 🇮🇳🎮 Gaming is no longer just about playing—it’s about talent, technology, creativity, innovation, and limitless opportunities. At India Gaming Awards Season 5 in Mumbai, Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), highlighted the immense potential of India’s gaming and esports ecosystem as it moves towards a new era of growth, innovation, and global recognition. With India’s gaming industry evolving rapidly, the future holds exciting possibilities for players, creators, and the entire esports community. The game is changing, and India is ready to lead! 🚀🇮🇳 #IndiaGamingAwardsSeason5 #ESGF #Esports #GamingCommunity #DigitalIndia #IndianGaming #GamingRevolution

Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), was delighted to be part of India Gaming Awards Season 5, where he interacted with industry leaders and felicitated the award winners. Congratulations to the IWM Buzz team for bringing together the gaming and entertainment fraternity to celebrate excellence, innovation, and exceptional talent across the industry. #ESGF #AshishShelar #IndiaGamingAwards #GamingIndustry #Esports #GamingCommunity

Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), met with Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Hon’ble Union Minister for Electronics & IT, I&B, and Railways, Government of India, to discuss the growth and future of esports in India. The meeting was attended by the Federation’s leadership: 🔹 Adv. Nandan Jha – Founder & Director, ESGF 🔹 Shri Ashok Dhyanchand – Arjuna Awardee and Honorary Chairperson, ESGF 🔹 Shri Ashish Kulkarni – Founding Member, IICT, and Board Member, ESGF 🔹 Md. Irfan Ahmad – President, Delhi Online Games Association, and Advisor, ESGF 🔹 Shri Suraj Samat – Advisor, ESGF; Sports Administrator and ISPL League Commissioner The discussion focused on strengthening India’s esports ecosystem, encouraging technological innovation, and creating new opportunities for the country’s growing esports community. #ESGF #EsportsIndia #AshishShelar #AshwiniVaishnaw #IndianEsports #DigitalIndia – at Ghaziabad, India

A warm and cordial welcome to Adv. @ShelarAshish Shelar, President, Esports Games Federation (ESGF), upon his arrival at Delhi Airport. The occasion was marked by the presence of distinguished leaders and key representatives from the sports, esports, and digital gaming ecosystem: 🔹 Adv. @Nandan_Jha4 – Founder & Director, Esports Games Federation (ESGF); Secretary General, Gandhi Mandela Foundation 🔹 Shri Ashok Dhyanchand – Son of hockey legend Major Dhyan Chand; Honorary Chairperson, ESGF 🔹 Shri Ashish Kulkarni – Founding Member, IICT; Board Member, ESGF 🔹 Md. Irfan Ahmad – President, Delhi Online Games Association; Advisor, ESGF 🔹 Shri Suraj Samat – Advisor, ESGF; Sports Administrator and League Commissioner, ISPL The gathering reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the esports ecosystem, fostering collaboration and creating new opportunities for the growth of digital gaming and competitive sports in India. #ESGF #EsportsGamesFederation #AshishShelar #NandanJha #IndianEsports #EsportsIndia

🇮🇳 India’s Gaming & Esports Sector: A New Era of Opportunity Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, while addressing the Indian Mobile Congress, highlighted the remarkable growth and potential of India’s Gaming & Esports ecosystem. At ESGF, we are proud to contribute to this growing ecosystem and remain committed to empowering India’s esports athletes, creators, and gaming entrepreneurs to build a globally competitive industry. 🇮🇳🎮🏆 #ESGF #Esports #Gaming #IndianEsports #GamingIndia #IndianMobileCongress #IMC2026 #DigitalIndia – at Ghaziabad, India

Shaping India’s Next Technology Frontier 🇮🇳 At the 10th India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2026, Adv. Ashish Shelar, President, Esports Games Federation (ESGF), participated in the State IT Ministers and IT Secretaries Roundtable with Hon’ble Union Minister Shri Jyotiraditya M. Scindia Ji and senior officials from the Department of Telecommunications. As esports continues to evolve at the intersection of technology, digital infrastructure and youth innovation, ESGF remains committed to contributing to India’s vision of becoming a global technology and esports powerhouse. #ESGF #IndiaMobileCongress #IMC2026 #AshishShelar #Esports #DigitalIndia #Technology #Innovation

Wishing a very Happy Birthday to Adv. Ashish Shelar, President, Esports Games Federation! 🎂🎉 May the year ahead bring good health, success, and continued achievements. Wishing you a wonderful year filled with new milestones and memorable moments. Warm birthday wishes from the Esports Games Federation (ESGF)! 🎮🇮🇳 #HappyBirthday #AshishShelar #ESGF #EsportsGamesFederation #EsportsIndia #IndianEsports #Esports – at New Delhi, India

🎮 India’s Esports Decade: From Players to Global Powerhouse It was a pleasure to be part of FICCI FRAMES 2026 as a speaker, where India’s media, entertainment, technology, and creative industries came together to shape the future of the sector. Esports sits at the exciting intersection of technology, entertainment, sports, and youth culture. India’s next decade must create greater opportunities for players, teams, creators, developers, broadcasters, and entrepreneurs, while fostering original gaming IP and building stronger pathways to global competition. The occasion brought together prominent voices from India’s gaming, esports, creative and entrepreneurial ecosystem, including: * Adv. Ashish Shelar — Hon’ble Minister of Information Technology & Cultural Affairs, Government of Maharashtra, and President, Esports Games Federation (ESGF) * Adv. Nandan Jha — Founder & Director of ESGF, Chairman, Interactive Forum on Indian Economy (IFIE); Founder & Secretary General, Gandhi Mandela Foundation * Ashish Kulkarni — Founder, Punnaryug Artvision Pvt. Ltd.; Chairman, AVGC Forum, FICCI; Member, AVGC Task Force constituted by the Government of India * Gautam Virk — Co-founder & CEO, NODWIN Gaming #EsportsIndia #IndianEsports #FICCIFrames2026 #Esports #GamingIndia #GamingIndustry #ESGF – at New Delhi, India

Adv. Ashish Shelar, President, Esports Games Federation (ESGF), met with Dr. Rushindra Sinha following a remarkable achievement in esports. Congratulations to @globalesportsin and @rushindrasinha on clinching the VCT Asia Pacific Trophy! 🏆🎮 A proud moment for Indian esports and a testament to the hard work, talent and determination behind this remarkable victory. #Esports #VCT #VCTPacific #Valorant #ValorantEsports #IndianEsports #GlobalEsports #EsportsIndia #Gaming #Champions – at Delhi, India

FREE FIRE MAX BATTLE ROYALE IS HERE! Gear up, squad! 🎮⚡ The Delhi Online Games Association, in association with Mind Sports Federation of Haryana, presents an exciting Free Fire MAX 4v4 Battle Royale Tournament, supported by Esports Games Federation (ESGF). 🏆 Prize Pool: ₹10,000 💰 Entry Fee: ₹500 per squad 👥 Squad: 4V4 🎮 Mode: Online 🔥 Format: Battle Royale 📲 Register now! Scan the QR code and secure your spot. Bring your squad. Battle it out. Claim the victory! #esportsindia #esports #esgf #haryana #delhi – at Ghaziabad, India

An Important Meeting with the Newly Elected President of ESGF, Adv. Shri Ashish Shelar Ji A productive and significant meeting was held with the newly elected President of the E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), Adv. Shri Ashish Shelar Ji. The meeting was attended by Adv. Nandan Kumar Jha, Founder & Director of ESGF, Shri Mohammad Irfan Ahmad, President of Delhi Online Games Association,and Shri Suraj Samat who travelled from Delhi for the meeting. Key matters concerning ESGF, the upcoming action plan, and future initiatives were discussed in detail. The meeting focused on strengthening the federation’s roadmap, addressing ongoing matters, and establishing a clear strategic direction for the future of esports in India. A constructive discussion towards a stronger, more structured and progressive future for Indian esports. 🇮🇳🎮 #ESGF #EsportsGamesFederation #IndianEsports #EsportsIndia #Esports #AshishShelar #NandanKumarJha #Gaming #EsportsDevelopment