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

🇮🇳 Advancing the Future of Esports in India 🎮 Adv. Ashish Shelar, President, Esports Games Federation (ESGF), met with Shri Mansukh Mandaviya Ji, Hon’ble Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India, along with Mohd. Irfan Ahmad, President, Delhi Online Games Association; Suraj Samat, ISPL League Commissioner; and Arpit Gupta, Executive Vice President, ESGF. The meeting focused on strengthening and supporting the development of esports in India and creating new opportunities for the growth of the esports ecosystem. 🇮🇳🎮 @ShelarAshish @Nandan_Jha4 @mansukhmandviya @suraj_samat #ESGF #EsportsIndia #IndianEsports #EsportsDevelopment #MansukhMandaviya #AshishShelar #EsportsGamesFederation #GamingIndia #EsportsEcosystem #DigitalSports #YouthAndSports #IndiaGaming

🇮🇳 Strengthening the Future of Esports in India 🎮 Adv. Ashish Shelar, President, Esports Games Federation (ESGF), met with Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan, Hon’ble Vice President of India, to discuss and advance the development and growth of esports in India. The meeting reflects a shared vision for strengthening India’s esports ecosystem and creating greater opportunities for the country’s growing gaming and esports community. 🇮🇳🎮 @ShelarAshish #ESGF #EsportsGamesFederation #EsportsIndia #IndianEsports #EsportsDevelopment #CPRadhakrishnan #AshishShelar #EsportsEcosystem #GamingIndia #IndianGaming #DigitalSports #FutureOfEsports #EsportsCommunity

A warm welcome to Adv. Ashish Shelar, President, E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), at Delhi Airport. He was welcomed by ESGF - Executive Vice-President Arpit Gupta Ji, along with Delhi State President Irfan Ahmad Ji and Amarjeet Mishra Ji. ISPL League Commissioner Suraj Samat was also present on the occasion. Together, strengthening the esports ecosystem in India. #EsportsGamesFederation #ESGF #EsportsIndia #IndianEsports #Delhi #EsportsCommunity #GamingIndia #EsportsLeadership #ISPL #SportsIndia

Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the E Sports Games Federation (ESGF), had the privilege of meeting Bharat Ratna Sachin Tendulkar today. During the interaction, Adv. Shelar presented Sachin Tendulkar with the E Sports Games Federation and extended a special invitation to visit the Bandra West Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav Mandal and seek the blessings of our beloved Bappa. 🙏 A truly memorable interaction with a legend whose passion, dedication, and contribution to sport continue to inspire generations across India and the world. 🇮🇳🏆 @sachintendulkar #SachinTendulkar #AshishShelar #ESGF #EsportsGamesFederation #Maharashtra

A moment of great honour and significance for Indian esports. 🇮🇳🎮 Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of the Esports Games Federation of India (ESGF), had the privilege of meeting legendary actor and global icon Amitabh Bachchan. Mr. Bachchan congratulated Adv. Ashish Shelar on his appointment as President of ESGF and shared his best wishes for his new role. The meeting also included a meaningful discussion on the growth, development and future of esports in India, highlighting the immense potential of esports as a competitive sport and a platform for the country’s young talent. #ESGF #ashishshelar #esports #india #amitabhbachchan – at Ghaziabad, India

Adv. Ashish Shelar, President of ESGF, delighted to meet Mr. Kartik Sabherwal, Founder & CEO of Upthrust Esports, Mr. Aryan Bhasin, Founder & CEO of SocioHub Media, and Ms. Anchita Omprakash, Festival Director of the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards. Had an insightful discussion on Esports and Gaming, a rapidly growing space where Gen Z is not just the audience, but the talent driving the ecosystem. #esgf #AshishShelar #esportsindia – at Ghaziabad, India