FICCI Sports Committee Launches in Uttar Pradesh with Significant Impact

Ghaziabad, April 8 (NationPress) In a landmark event for India’s sports sector, IMT Ghaziabad, in collaboration with the newly established FICCI Sports Committee - Uttar Pradesh Chapter, organized a significant Round Table Discussion focused on the Sports Goods Manufacturing Industry of Uttar Pradesh. This occasion not only facilitated vital policy discussions but also marked the prominent debut of the UP Chapter of the FICCI Sports Committee, paving the way for impactful engagement within the industry.

The Round Table brought together more than 20 top sports manufacturers, notable policymakers, athletes, and academics at the IMT Ghaziabad campus, united by a common objective to tackle challenges, seize opportunities, and envision Uttar Pradesh as a global center for sports goods manufacturing.

During the welcoming address, Atish Chattopadhyay, Director of IMT Ghaziabad, highlighted the institution’s dedication to national development through the convergence of industry, academia, and policy.

“Discussions like these are where futures are shaped. At IMT, we take pride in fostering platforms that drive economic and social change,” he remarked.

The inspiration behind this initiative came from Kanishka Pandey, Head of the Centre for Sports Research at IMT Ghaziabad and Chair of the newly formed FICCI Sports Committee – UP Chapter. Dr. Pandey referred to the Round Table as “a starting point for long-overdue reforms,” emphasizing the necessity for comprehensive policy frameworks, research-supported advocacy, and global competitiveness for the sports goods sector in the state.

The launch of the FICCI Sports Committee – UP Chapter was warmly welcomed by stakeholders for its timely establishment and clear purpose. With its inaugural event, the committee made a confident and constructive entrance, committing to act as a catalyst for ongoing dialogue and actionable reforms.

Notable attendees included Padma Shri Ashok Dhyanchand, Olympian and son of the legendary Major Dhyan Chand; Rachna Govil, former Executive Director of the Sports Authority of India; and representatives from renowned brands like SG and BDM.

Their insights, expertise, and historical viewpoints added significant value to the discourse. Prof. Nivisha Singh skillfully moderated the session, ensuring a balanced and visionary exchange. Key contributions from Pranav Yadav and Anirban Chatterjee of FICCI, alongside Sujoy Ganguly, a Member of the FICCI Sports Committee, and Amit Gupta, FICCI UP State Head, were crucial in achieving the day's success.

This Round Table marks the first step in a multi-phase initiative that will include white papers, policy documents, industry reports, and ongoing engagement with manufacturers and government entities. The ultimate aim is to align Uttar Pradesh’s industrial capacity with India’s global sporting ambitions.

Through this initiative, IMT Ghaziabad’s Centre for Sports Research reaffirms its leadership in sports-oriented policy advocacy, while the newly established FICCI Sports Committee – UP Chapter heralds a new chapter of proactive and results-driven industry collaboration.