WAVES 2025 to feature panel discussion on Indian esports, gaming, and creators’ economy

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At the ongoing WAVES 2025 summit in Mumbai, there are a lot of interesting sessions that are underway. While they focus on a variety of topics including arts and culture, it will also play host to a compelling panel discussion on ‘Leadership in Gaming and Esports: Risk, Resilience, and Reinvention'.

As India's esports industry matures, its growth has been driven by bold decisions, strategic adaptability, and relentless vision. This session will explore the challenges and choices that shaped the ecosystem, from regulatory uncertainties and shifting platforms to public perception and personal risk.

The panel will comprise three of industry leaders as they share their experiences and insights:
Akshat Rathee, Co-founder & Managing Director, NODWIN Gaming
Animesh ‘Thug' Agarwal, Co-founder & CEO, S8UL
Nishant Patel, SVP, NODWIN Gaming MD's Office Initiatives, Co-founder, AFK Gaming

This conversation offers a rare yet big window into the leadership journeys powering India's esports, gaming, and creator economy revolution, essential for anyone invested in the future of gaming and digital entertainment.