PM’s I-Day speech a boost for game developers, online gaming Cos, investors: Experts

On the occasion of the 78th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his ambitious vision aligned to the growing influence of the Indian gaming industry and his strong belief in India, poised to attain a significant position across the global gaming diaspora.

PM Modi has said, “India must leverage its rich ancient legacy and literature to come up with Made in India gaming products. There is a big emerging market for gaming and we can come up with new talent in the sector.”

The gaming industry has hailed the Prime Minister’s vision of making India a global gaming hub and encouraging game developers and publishers in India.

Nitish Mittersain, Joint MD & CEO, Nazara Technologies:

“I founded Nazara 25 years ago with a dream to see India make it big in the global gaming landscape. Prime Minister Modi’s acknowledgment of this industry’s potential is not just a recognition, but a powerful boost for all of us working towards this vision. For the Prime Minister to call for this goal in his Independence Day speech is both inspiring and a call to action for every developer and company in India. At Nazara, as India’s only listed gaming company, we stand ready to support this vision and help drive India to the forefront of the global gaming industry.”

Anurag Choudhary, Founder & CEO, Felicity Games:

“With India poised to be the world’s second-largest gaming market after China and nurturing a rapidly expanding talent pool, we are not only confident, but also motivated by the Prime Minister’s vision and encouraging words shared at the Independence Day address. This will help enhance and shape a brighter future for over 30,000 Indian game developers and publishers and we are always eager to partner and support these innovative developers on their journey to global success.”

Jay Sayta, Technology & Gaming Lawyer:

“After interacting with gamers earlier this year, Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ji highlighted India’s potential to be a global hub for game development in his Independence Day speech from the ramparts of Red Fort. The Hon’ble Prime Minister also impressed upon game developers to highlight our rich culture and ancient legacy in creating new and innovative games.

The Hon’ble Prime Minister’s focus and emphasis on growing the online gaming sector will certainly boost the confidence of game developers, online gaming companies and investors. Hopefully, all departments and ministries will now work in close coordination keeping in mind the ‘whole of government’ approach, and realise the Prime Minister’s vision of making India a global gaming hub and a key contributor to the digital economy, by formulating industry friendly policies and regulations.”