NODWIN Gaming Founder: India Is Positive About Esports

NODWIN Gaming Founder: India Is Positive About Esports

Akshat Rathee, Founder and Managing Director of NODWIN Gaming, is optimistic about the burgeoning esports industry in India. Following a successful DreamHack event in New Delhi, NODWIN Gaming is expanding globally. In a conversation, Rathee shared his insights on the future of gaming in India.

Esports’ Bright Future in India

Rathee’s investment in the gaming industry reflects his confidence in its potential. He highlighted the evolution of gaming from a nascent stage to gaining attention from the Indian government. Discussions with the sports minister indicate significant development in esports in the coming years.

NODWIN Gaming’s Growth

Rathee attributes NODWIN Gaming’s success to hard work and connecting with the Indian gaming community. The company focuses on organizing major esports tournaments in India.

Government Collaboration and Regulations

Rathee discussed ongoing conversations with the government regarding the need for clear definitions and regulations in the gaming space. The objective will be a privately led entity, but the government will still support it.

Rathee emphasized the importance of distinguishing between gaming, gambling, betting, and esports.

Esports as a Career

Rathee supports the idea of esports as a viable career path, citing the recruitment practices of armies that value gaming skills for their strategic benefits.

He differentiates between a gamer and a professional esports player, the latter of whom undergoes rigorous training.

Addressing Online Content Regulation

While the government has censorship for cinemas, not in digital platforms. Rathee personally does not think that it should be used for entertainment.

Rathee touched upon the need for government regulations on digital platforms to address issues like profanity used by streamers. He believes that while freedom of expression exists,