Indian Gaming Convention 2024 to Highlight India's Burgeoning Gaming Industry

The second edition of the Indian Gaming Convention (IGC 2024) is set to take place on October 14-15, 2024, at the Durbar Hall, Taj Palace, New Delhi, and promises to be a marquee event for the gaming industry in India. As the gaming sector experiences rapid growth, with increasing investments and a growing user base, IGC 2024 will serve as a platform for thought leaders, industry professionals, and government officials to discuss the latest developments, trends, and challenges in the gaming ecosystem.

The event aims to bring together a cross-section of the gaming industry’s stakeholders, including developers, investors, regulators, and policy influencers. With the gaming market in India projected to reach over $6 billion by 2028, according to industry estimates, the convention comes at a pivotal time. It will feature a range of sessions, exhibitions, and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and innovation in the sector.

The convention will span two days and include a variety of sessions tailored to different aspects of the gaming industry. Among the highlights is the Main Stage Arena, which will host discussions and presentations covering topics such as gaming technology, monetization strategies, and the intersection of gaming and entertainment.

Attendees can also look forward to Masterclasses featuring industry veterans who will share their insights on emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities. For those interested in the business side of gaming, the Exhibition Arena will allow delegates to engage with industry leaders and explore the latest technological innovations through interactive demos and experience zones.

One of the event’s unique features will be the Gaming Journey Wall, a showcase that charts the evolution of the Indian gaming sector, illustrating its milestones and achievements. Additionally, the launch of an exclusive Gaming Report will provide attendees with data and insights on the industry's growth, trends, and projections for the future.

Delegates will also benefit from ample networking opportunities, particularly during the Networking Hour, which is designed to foster connections among professionals from different parts of the gaming ecosystem, including developers, publishers, and platform providers.

IGC 2024 has curated a speaker lineup featuring some of the most influential figures in the gaming, technology, and entertainment industries, both in India and internationally. MC Mary Kom, the Indian boxing legend and Olympic medalist, will be speaking at the event.

Additional speakers include:

• Sandhya Devanathan, Vice President & Head of Meta India

• Akshat Rathee, Co-founder and Managing Director of NODWIN Gaming

• Sudhir Kamath, Chief Operating Officer of Nazara Technologies Limited

• Rakesh Maheshwari, Former Chief Coordinator, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

• Salone Sehgal, Founding General Partner at Lumikai, India’s first gaming and interactive media venture fund

• Sameer Pitalwalla, Head of Gaming Industry Sales, APAC, Google

• Laxmi Khanolkar, Co-Founder and CEO of Apar Games

• Ashish Kulkarni, Founder of Punnaryug Artvision, a key figure in India’s animation and gaming sector

• Manvendra Shukul, CEO of Lakshya Digital, a leading name in game development

• Vinit Goenka, Founder Secretary of the Centre for Knowledge Sovereignty

• Ranjana Adhikari, Partner at IndusLaw, specializing in gaming and technology law

Corporate representation will include key figures from tech giants such as Google, JioGames, and Dream Sports. Siddhartha Roy, CEO of Hungama, and Bhavit Sheth, COO of Dream Sports, are also set to speak on how Indian companies are influencing global gaming trends.

Shri Sanjay Jaju, Secretary at the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, will also take the stage to discuss the government’s role in supporting the growth of the gaming industry, touching on regulatory initiatives and future prospects.