With esports and e-gaming gaining footing, there is a requirement for vigorous policy frameworks and the formation of digital infrastructure to advance the sector, All India Gaming Federation (AIGF) has said. Citing a new report, it said the Indian gaming market is ready to reach $6-7 billion in esteem by 2025 from $1.8 billion as of now.

A move by state legislatures will go about as a catalyst for the development and advancement of this nascent sector, the federation said, adding states need to adopt a proactive strategy by outlining suitable rules in such manner as some of the High Courts have struck down the transition to boycott online gaming.

“India has in excess of 200 million e-gamers playing across in excess of 200 platforms,” said PK Mishra, President of All India Gaming Federation. “Esports and e-gaming, under the umbrella of digital economy development, will assume a significant part in the Indian economy. To encourage this, the e-gaming industry needs hearty approach structures and digital infrastructure to raid towards being a worldwide pioneer.”

The new Karnataka High Court judgment lifting the prohibition on gaming in the state follows other positive decisions given by the High Courts of different states that perceived Fantasy Sports as games of skill and a genuine business activity safeguarded under Article 19 (1) (g) of the Constitution of India.

Presently with the judgment of Karnataka High Court, a lift from a few states and a reestablished center around e-gaming, things most certainly look much better on various fronts – advancing e-gaming, esports, job creations, supporting startups, and speeding up advancement.

Credit: Business of Esports