India Today Gaming Wins Esports Content and Coverage Platform of the Year at ESCOM 2024
- Akshat Trivedi
- December 17, 2024 (UPDATED: December 17, 2024 16:00 IST)
Known for its comprehensive online presence, India Today Gaming has consistently delivered quality editorial pieces, including news, event updates, and guides, catering to core gamers and casual enthusiasts alike.
India Today Gaming has been recognized as the Esports Content and Coverage Platform of the Year at the ESCOM 2024 summit in New Delhi. This honour reflects the platform’s growing influence in covering esports and gaming culture across India and globally.
Organized by the International Federation of eSports (IFeS) and the All India Council for Robotics & Automation (AICRA), the eSports Community and Industry Summit(ESCOM) 2024, brought all sector leaders, innovators, and the rest of the sector's members together under the roof at New Delhi's Talkatora Stadium. Innovation, sustainability, and the swift growth within the esports sector were some key speeches heard during the occasion.
Breaking New Ground
In 2024 India Today Gaming has stood out from the rest in the past year through its excellent coverage of big events like the BRICS Esports Championship and the Asian Esports Games. The platform’s real-time updates, in-depth analysis, and exclusive interviews have resonated with the esports community. Beyond reporting, India Today Gaming has embraced new formats, such as behind-the-scenes content, player stories, and interactive live stream while maintaining active engagement on social media with live Q&As and community discussions.
Reflecting on the achievement, Vishwalok Nath, Business Head of India Today Gaming, said, “This year has been nothing short of remarkable for India Today Gaming. From event coverage and exclusive interviews to innovative content and community initiatives, our team has consistently raised the bar. Being recognized as the Esports Content and Coverage Platform of the Year at ESCOM 2024 is a proud moment for us and validates our efforts. We’re excited to continue pushing boundaries and supporting the growth of esports in India.”
Apart from being a prominent player in esports coverage and content creation, previously India Today Gaming has also played a role as a Tournament Organizer hosting multiple Esports events like Free Fire India Today League (FFITL), Esports Premier League (ESPL), World Esports Cup (WEC) with a combined prize pool of INR 1,35,00,000. These massive tournaments cumulatively generated 140 Million views on all social media platforms.