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Why Kreedangan 3.0 is vital

By integrating emerging mega trends like the data stack, esports, and AI into the sports ecosystem, Kreedangan 3: Connecting the Dots aims to create a sustainable, athlete-centric development model. As India prepares for the 2036 Olympics, the focus is on developing a skilled workforce that not only enhances the country’s global sports competitiveness but also ensures long-term career sustainability for athletes.

Connecting the Dots

14th December 2024

Roundtable Leadership Discussion

Venue: Residency Club, Pune

Sector 4, Ulwe, Navi Mumbai, INDIA

Our Approach

Waterfall approach to discussions

Mega Trends (Origin)

Data stack, esports, AI in sports, wearable technology, digital infrastructure.

Emerging Opportunities

Government investment (Khelo India), public-private partnerships, sports technology-driven jobs, enhanced sports education.

Capitalizing on Opportunities

Skilling, upskilling, AI integration, academic credit banks, hub-and-spoke models for government involvement, upgrading sports skills councils, sports internships.

Schedule

Get ready to dive into the world of Sports! This detailed schedule outlines the day's events, ensuring a smooth and informative experience for all attendees.

9:00 AM - 9:10 AM

Welcome & Context Setting

9:10 AM - 11:00 AM

Session 1: Five - minute Initial Thoughts & Remarks by 17 delegates

11:00 AM- 11:30 AM

Tea Break

11:30 AM- 12:30 PM

Session 2: Brainstorming & focus groups - Focus groups discuss one mega trend based discussion

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

Session 3: Conclusion & Action plan - summarise insights and develop an action plan, including white papers and policy recommendations

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch & networking

Context Setting for Kreedangan 3

India stands at a crucial juncture in its journey to becoming a global sports leader. While the country's ambitions are vast, the sports ecosystem must evolve to meet emerging mega trends, seize new opportunities, and create a sustainable framework for long-term growth.

Challenges and Mega Trends

India's sports ecosystem is ripe for transformation, but it faces significant challenges in addressing the demands of emerging mega trends such as data stack, esports, and AI integration in sports.

Emerging Opportunities

As global trends reshape the landscape, India is positioned to take advantage of several emerging opportunities. Government programs like Khelo India and Public-Private Partnerships are already creating pathways for investment in sports infrastructure and skilling.

Capitalizing on Opportunities

To maximise the benefits of these trends, India needs to develop policies that focus on skilling, upskilling and reskilling within the sports ecosystem.

Innovation and Collaboration

To ensure long-term success, India must create a future-forward sports ecosystem that thrives on collaboration between government bodies, private sector stakeholders, sports federations and educational institutions.

Potential impact

The initiative extends athlete careers by enhancing skills and employability while fostering a collaborative sports ecosystem that supports both athletes and industry professionals.

Athletes will gain skills and opportunities that prolong their careers beyond active sports, helping to alleviate post-retirement uncertainty.

By providing athletes with a range of skills, the initiative will expand their career opportunities and boost their impact across different sectors.

A cohesive and integrated sports ecosystem will develop, capable of producing both elite athletes and professionals who can support and advance the industry.

AGENDA POINTS FOR DISCUSSION

The initiative seeks to modernize sports through technology. Key areas include data analytics, AI, esports, wearable tech, and digital infrastructure. This involves skilling, promoting esports, leveraging AI, and utilizing wearables for athlete monitoring. Government support, public-private partnerships, and skilling programs will drive this transformation.

Data Stack

National league, game development careers

AI enhanced coaching and simulations

Athlete monitoring and injury prevention

Digitalisation smart stadiums, IoT management

Sports analytics, AI-enhanced strategies: Skilling in data analytics, AI-powered training programs, academic credit integration
National leagues, game development careers : Esports academies, Ai-driven player performance tools, public-private leagues
AI - enhanced coaching and simulations: AI training modules, government-led AI initiatives, upgrading sports councils
Athlete monitoring and injury prevention: Wearable tech certification, tech internships, collaboration with tech firms
Digitalisation Smart stadiums, IoT management: Digital skilling programs, Khelo India funding, policy incentives for digital infrastructure

WHAT IS KREEDANGAN

Kreedangan is a strategic platform focused on advancing India’s sports ecosystem through

collaborative discussions, innovation and policy advocacy. Launched under the umbrella of SporTech Innovation Lab Pvt Ltd, Kreedangan brings together a diverse group of stakeholders—government officials, sports federations, industry leaders, educational institutions, athletes and private sector partners—to engage in meaningful dialogue about the future of sports in India. The event serves as a roundtable discussion, where thought leaders and experts present actionable insights to address critical challenges within the sports ecosystem.