Honourable Chief Minister of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra Fadnavis today inaugurated the Global Esports Games (GEG) World Finals at the MMRDA Grounds in Mumbai marking the beginning of a three-day international esports spectacle in the city.
Organized by Eflag Corp and the Global Esports Federation, with the support of Maharashtra Tourism, GEG Mumbai World Finals features 48 top-tier athletes from 19 countries, including India, highlighting the truly global scale of the tournament. The initiative reflects Maharashtra’s focus on technology-led growth and its commitment to hosting world-class international sporting platforms.
Hon’ble Chief Minister, Shri Devendra Fadnavis, said, “We are happy to host the Global Esports Games World Finals in Mumbai, bringing global talent together on a single platform. This milestone reflects India’s rapid growth in the AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics) sector and our focused efforts to build a robust orange economy driven by creativity, technology, and innovation. Maharashtra is committed to nurturing this ecosystem and positioning India as a global hub for digital talent, entrepreneurship, and youth-led growth.”
Over the next three days, Mumbai will host leading esports athletes, content creators, fans, and federation representatives from across the globe, reinforcing its position as an emerging hub for digital and competitive gaming.
Shripad Ashtekar, Founder, EFlag Corp, said, “Esports has firmly established itself as a credible and aspirational career pathway for India’s youth. With the Global Esports Games, we are accelerating this momentum; creating a platform that not only showcases talent but also unlocks new opportunities across the esports ecosystem, from players to creators and innovators.”
The inauguration ceremony, held on the auspicious occasion of Gudi Padwa, commenced with a vibrant celebration marking the New Year and the arrival of the first-ever international esports World Finals in the country. The ceremony featured an athlete parade, introductions of participating national teams, and an engaging interaction with the Hon’ble Chief Minister, formally declaring the Global Esports Games Mumbai World Finals open.
Sir Paul J Foster, President and CEO, Global Esports Federation, said, “India allows us to think bigger than ever before – and when India moves forward, the world moves with it. India represents energy, ambition, and bringing the Global Esports Games World Finals here reflects our belief in a truly connected, inclusive ecosystem that brings the world together through the power of play”
Prominent gaming influencers and content creators, including ShreeMan LegenD, Payal Gaming, and Naman Mathur ( Mortal) , Kashhvi Hiranandani and others were also in attendance, further amplifying the event’s reach among India’s rapidly expanding gaming and digital audiences.
Team India comprises six athletes who will compete against their international counterparts in two titles, Dota 2 and Clash Royale.
The Dota 2 squad includes Krish Gupta, Manav Kunte, Vishal Vernekar, Amit Malwal, and Subhadeep Das. Representing India in Clash Royale is Anuhith Gosala.
The Global Esports Games World Finals bring together international players, federations, and industry stakeholders, delivering high-performance competition alongside large-scale audience engagement. With participation from countries worldwide, the event marks a significant milestone in India’s esports journey showcasing the country’s growing talent base and its readiness to compete at the highest level. According to the recent EY- Parthenon Study 2026 India’s Orange economy is already a meaningful economic sector in India at ~USD 45-50 billion today, and is poised to scale further to ~USD 55-60 billion by 2027.
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