A historic moment for India’s esports future! SOG Federation and Global Esports Federation have come together to revolutionize online gaming and esports in India by signing a Strategic Framework Agreement in New Delhi today.
The CEO of Global Esports Federation (GEF) Mr. Paul J. Foster was present for the occasion, along with Skillhub Online Gaming Federation’s (SOGF’s) leadership team, including Founder & Advisor Shri Nadan Kumar Jha, President Shankar Aggrawal, Vice President Ashok Dhyanchand, Secretary General Gursharan Singh, Cyber Commitee Chairman Dr. Gulshan Rai, Advisor S.K. Panda, and CEO Sibtain Baqri, along with many esteemed delegates.
“The Strategic Framework Agreement between SOGF and GEF will revolutionize Esports in India and will bring out India’s potential in online gaming and India’s technological advancement at the Global stage” Paul Foster said.
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What Is SOGF?
SOG Federation is more than just an organization; it is the driving force behind India’s online gaming sector’s transformation into a global leader. As a non-for-profit entity, SOG’s mission is clear: to promote, regulate, and lead with integrity.
Aligned with the progressive guidelines of the IT Laws 2023, SOGF draws its inspiration from the ethos of the Olympic and Paralympic movement, fostering a culture of inclusivity, excellence, and fair play.
Ethical, fair, and responsible gaming is at the core of SOG values. Skillhub Online Gaming (SOG) strive to set the standard for certification across all gaming platforms, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all. From game developers to operators, their aim is to foster ethical gaming practices and uphold the highest standards of integrity.
 The Global Esports Federation
Global Esports Federation promotes the credibility, legitimacy and prestige of esports. The organization convene athletes, players and industry leaders together on one inclusive platform.
With a mission to cultivate competition along with developing communities and the connection between sport, esports and technology. The GEF cultivates the authentic voice for the worldwide esports movement.
The GEF prioritizes the development of an inclusive, safe, healthy and sustainable Esports ecosystem with a particular focus on responsible gaming, holistic wellness, fair play, education and career pathways for players and athletes.
Paul is the Chief Executive Officer of the Board of the Global Esports Federation, leading a robust leadership team in establishing the foundation, strategic direction and development of the world’s esports organization.
With more than 20 years of experience in the Olympic movement beginning in his hometown of Sydney in 2000, he has led teams at more than 12 Olympic Games, culminating with an extensive tenure as Head of Protocol, Events and Hospitality at the International Olympic Committee in Lausanne, Switzerland.
Following his time with the Olympic movement, Paul established his strategic consulting firm in London and Los Angeles; and led teams and projects in various cities across the world, including Madrid, Baku, Paris, Rome, New York City, and recently as a Vice President at World Expo 2020 in Dubai.
