New Delhi, India, July 29, 2025: Indian Olympic Association President PT Usha met and felicitated the champions of the inaugural Esports Championship - part of preparations for the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Bahrain in October – at the Sports Authority of India headquarters in Delhi on Monday, July 28.
The IOA President applauded young champions and medal winners Danial Patel, Tejaskumar Hasmukhbhai Bhoi and Pavan Kampelli for their achievements and recognising their role in shaping India’s digital sporting future.
PT Usha said: “India’s esports future lies in capable hands, and today’s interaction with the champions of the WAVES Championship has been truly inspiring.
“The discipline and excellence shown by these athletes mirror that of any traditional sportsperson. I wholeheartedly thank Prime Minister Modi for his visionary steps in recognising esports and creating platforms like WAVES to showcase India’s digital prowess.
“The Indian Olympic Association stands committed to supporting our esports athletes as they script new chapters in Indian sports,” she added.
Also present at the occasion was Lokesh Suji, Director of the Esports Federation of India and Vice President of the Asian Esports Federation, who called the moment historic.
WAVES stands for World Audio Visual and Entertainment Summit.
Source: IANS