Conference Overview
The Sport India Conference 2026 arrives at a pivotal moment in the nation’s history. As India prepares to bid for and host the world’s largest global sporting events over the next decade, the focus shifts from participation to leadership.
Scheduled to be held at the iconic Bharat Mandapam, this national-level conference serves as the ultimate convergence point for policymakers, industry titans, and physical education and sports professionals.
Our mission is to bridge the gap between industrial commercialization and the educational foundations required to sustain India's rise as a global sporting superpower.
Download Brochure Tentative ScheduleCore Theme & Sub-Themes
Main Theme:
“Vision 2036: Integrating Sports Science, Physical Education, and Industrial Innovation for Global Hosting Readiness.”
Global Event Leadership & Infrastructure Excellence
Building world-class, sustainable, and smart sports infrastructure for Olympic and global event hosting.
From Physical Education to Podium Excellence
Strengthening the PE-to-performance pipeline for early talent identification, development, and elite success.
Sports Industry & Education Convergence
Bridging academia, physical education, and the sports industry to create a future-ready sports ecosystem.
Digital Transformation, AI & Sports Technology
Leveraging data, AI, and emerging technologies to enhance performance, governance, and fan engagement.
Unlocking the Sports Economy
Driving growth through sports entrepreneurship, leagues, startups, and commercial ecosystems.
Indigenous Sports to Global Leagues
Positioning Kabaddi, Kho-Kho, and traditional sports as globally scalable sporting products.
Sports Science, Research & Innovation Ecosystem
Advancing evidence-based training, recovery, and performance optimization through research integration.
Public-Private Partnerships for Sports Development
Creating sustainable PPP models to build infrastructure, academies, and high-performance centers.
Sports Diplomacy, Tourism & Global Positioning
Establishing India as a global hub for sports tourism, training, and international collaborations.
Grassroots to High-Performance Pathways
Designing integrated national pathways connecting schools, universities, academies, and elite systems.
Capacity Building & Future Workforce in Sports
Developing skilled professionals across coaching, fitness, sports science, and management.
Inclusive & Accessible Sports Ecosystem
Ensuring gender equity, para-sports inclusion, and universal access to physical education and sports.
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Conference Highlights
Bringing together policymakers, sports leaders, educators, institutions, and global innovators to shape the future of India’s sports ecosystem.
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Policymakers Dialogue 2026
A high-profile opening session featuring leading policymakers discussing the "Unified National Sports Roadmap."
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Keynote Sessions
Insights from Global Sports Federation heads and Fortune 500 sports brand CEOs.
03
Panel Discussions
Focused debates on bridging the gap between academic research in physical education and real-world industrial needs.
04
Sport India Awards 2026
A gala ceremony recognizing achievers from the physical education and sports segment across 15+ categories including leading institution in sports of the Year, Best Sports Academy and Best PE Infrastructure.
Who Should Attend?
Government Policymakers & Sports Administrators
Physical Education Directors & Academic Researchers
Sports Tech Entrepreneurs & Startup Founders
Marketing, Branding & Sponsorship Professionals
Stadium Architects & Infrastructure Developers
High-Performance Coaches & Sports Scientists
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Sponsorship Opportunities
Align your brand with the future of Indian sports and gain premium visibility during the Sport India Expo, Conference & Awards 2026.
Presented By
Title Sponsor
INR 10,00,000
- Complimentary 18 Sq. mt. Prime Stall
- Exclusive Stage Representation
- Premium Venue Branding
- Dedicated Social Media Spotlight
- 10-Minute Keynote Opportunity
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Co-Sponsor
INR 7,00,000
- Complimentary 12 Sq. mt. Stall
- Brand Representation on Stage
- Strategic Venue Branding
- Social Media & Event Promotions
- Featured in Highlight Videos
Official Partner
Associate Partners
Limited to 5 Category Partners
INR 5,00,000
- Complimentary 09 Sq. mt. Stall
- Branding on Partner Wall
- Category-Specific Promotions
- Post Event Report Branding
- Reach 50,000+ Stakeholders
LISTEN TO THE
Eminent Speakers 2026
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
IPS
Hon'ble Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports,
Government of India
ADG Amit Sinha,
IPS
Special Principal Secretary
Sports and Youth Welfare, Government of Uttarakhand
Vice Chancellor
Uttarkhand State Sports University
Mr. Vibhor Kukreti
Head - Government Affairs Krafton India
Ms. Alka Gurnani
National Manager - Public Affairs Amway India Enterprises Private Limited
Dr. A. K. Bansal
Dronacharya Awardee (Hockey),
Head - Sports and Talent Development
Sports Authority of Gujarat
President
Physical Education Foundation of India (PEFI)
Prof. (Dr.) G. Kishore
Vice - Chancellor Young India Physical Education & Sports University Government of Telangana
Dr. Anil Aggarwal
Ex-MP, Rajya Sabha
Sh. Ramesh Chandra Mishra
Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) Badlapur, Jaunpur Government of Uttar Pradesh
Mr. Amitav Singh
Program Director & Assistant Professor – Sports Science | Sports & Exercise Physiologist | REPS Ireland | Sports Science Researcher
Dr. Vikram Singh
Brigadier (Retd.) Armed Forces - India
Sh. Satish Upadhyay
Hon’ble Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA) Malviya Nagar, Delhi
Sh. Manoj Tiwari
Hon’ble Member of Parliament - Delhi North-East President-Delhi BJP (2016-2020) Actor-Singer-Music Director Television Presenter
Prof. Kalpana Sharma
Vice - Chancellor Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical Education (LNIPE), Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh
Dr. Pushpinder Singh Gill
Vice-Chancellor (VC) Maharaja Bhupinder Singh Punjab Sports University (MBSPSU)
Prof. (Dr.) R. Subramanian
Senior Consultant - Young India Physical Education and Sports University – Hyderabad, Telangana state Chief Executive Officer(CEO) - Education Indian Kayaking and Canoeing Association
Dr. Tapan Panigrahi
Dronacharya Awardee (Swimming) Swimming Coach Team India
Prof. (Dr.) Devendra Dev Darshan Arora
President Sports Academy Association of India
Mr. Vikram Gupta
Co-Founder & Managing Director | MSG Sports Infratek India LLP Sports Infrastructure Industry Veteran & Author
Mr. Shadab Karim
Co-Founder & Managing Director of PFS Sports
Dr. Neha Singh
Asst. Professor (Sports Nutrition) Central University of Rajasthan
Sh. Vishvas Kailash Sarang
Hon'ble Minister of Co-operation, Sports and Youth Welfare Government of Madhya Pradesh
Dr. Shobhit Jain
IRS (C&IT, 2001)
Joint Secretary (Policy), Department of Sports, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports,
Government of India
Sh. Ashok Dhyanchand
Arjuna Awardee (1974) Hockey India Major Dhyan Chand Lifetime Achievement Awardee (2024)
Sh. Bhavik Sakaria
Founder- Elizza Diamonds & Mounting India Chief Secretary - Jito Sports Apex
Mr. Yogesh Verma
Chairman - Education Committee Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)
Smt. Veena Atija
Chairperson MCD Board Committee
Dr. RAKESH MISHRA
Ex. Executive Secretary - BJP
National President - Indian Amateur Boxing Federation(IABF)
President - Pt. Ganesh Prasad Mishra Seva Nyas
Sh. Jaiprakash Chaturvedi
Director (Affiliation) Central Board of Secondary Education-CBSE
Sh. Gaurav Gautam
Hon'ble Sports Minister Government of Haryana
Sh. Harsh Malhotra
State President - BJP Delhi Pradesh
MoS:Ministry of Road,Transport & Highways And Ministry of Corporate Affairs, MP (LS) East Delhi, Former Mayor EDMC
Sh. Sanjeev Suri
Senior Vice President, Amway India Enterprises
Sh. Anant Kumar, IRSME
Director General National Anti-Doping Agency
Sh. Sujeet Maan
Dronacharya & Arjuna Awardee Wrestling
Sh. Maha Singh Rao
Dronacharya Awardee -Wrestling
Sh. Rajendra Sajwan
Senior Sports Journalist
Sh. Sanjiv Choudhary
Chief Executive Officer- PEFI Games
Prof. (Dr). Anukrati Sharma
Head - Dept. of Tourism & Hospitality Professor - Dept of Commerce and Management - University of Kota
Dr. Harish Kumar Tiwari
Deputy Director of Sports - Nagaland University
Sh. Girish Chandra Yadav
Minister of State (Independent Charge) Sports and Youth Welfare Department (U.P. Government), MLA 366-Jaunpur Sadar Assembly
Bas Ruyssenaars
YOU.FO / Ringcross
Gregory Christ
Nita Ambani School
Pierre-Julien
President, IKBF
Shripad Joshi
Director, Kaleido Education
Event Organizers
Physical Education Foundation of India (PEFI)
A National Sports Promotion Organization recognized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, dedicated to the professionalization of physical education.
Indian Exhibition Services (IES)
India’s leading organizer of trade promotion activities and B2B exhibitions connecting industries, businesses, and global opportunities.
Sport India Foundation (SIF)
A non-profit organization committed to creating a competitive and motivating environment for Indian athletes and sports development initiatives.
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Email
Contact For Nominations & Queries
For nominations, sponsorships, delegate participation, paper submissions, and partnership opportunities, please connect with the organizing team.
Mobile
+91 8700446995 / +91 9811913376
yogeshsharma@pefindia.org
event@ies-india.com / event@sif-india.com
Important Note
Paper abstracts for 2026 must be submitted by 15th July 2026 to be published in the official E-Proceedings of the conference.
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