Pavan kampelli

The Indian Olympic Association: Indian Olympic Association president PT Usha met and felicitated the champions of the inaugural Esports Championship, held this May under the aegis of Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, during the preparations of 3rd Asian Youth Games, Bahrain at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) headquarters here, applauding their achievements and recognising their role in shaping the nation’s digital sporting future.

The medal winners included Danial Patel (Gold, eFootball), Tejaskumar Hasmukhbhai Bhoi (Gold, World Cricket Championship 3), and Pavan Kampelli (Bronze, eFootball at the Asian Esports Games, Bangkok) young champions who have not only demonstrated exceptional talent but have also elevated India’s standing on the global esports stage.

Speaking at the event, PT Usha said, “India’s esports future lies in capable hands, and today’s interaction with the champions of the WAVES Esports 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.”