Mumbai,
India — March 23, 2026 : Skyesports, India’s leading esports and
gaming community plus IP builder, along with GodLike Esports, a premier esports
organization, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Maharashtra
Cyber, the nodal office under Government of Maharashtra for maintenance of
cyber security in the State of Maharashtra, to collaborate on promoting esports
and cyber hygiene practices across Maharashtra.
Sincere
gratitude is extended to Hon’ble Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis for his
visionary leadership in fostering emerging sectors.
The
MoU aligns with Maharashtra’s broader push to strengthen the orange economy. As
India’s leading state economy, Maharashtra is well-positioned to drive the
growth of esports and digital gaming. This initiative marks a significant step
toward building a responsible esports ecosystem, with a strong emphasis on
cyber awareness and secure digital practices.
The
MoU was signed during a closed-door meeting in Mumbai and aims to strengthen
the state’s esports ecosystem while encouraging responsible online behaviour
and digital safety among gamers and youth. The collaboration will focus on
awareness initiatives, community engagement programmes, and the promotion of
safe and disciplined participation in esports.
Under
the agreement, the parties will work together to promote esports tournaments,
leagues, and community initiatives in Maharashtra while integrating cyber
hygiene messaging around online safety, prevention of cyberbullying and fraud,
data privacy awareness, and responsible digital conduct.
Through
the collaboration, Maharashtra Cyber will support cyber safety awareness
initiatives and promote responsible digital behaviour in esports. Skyesports
will organise and promote esports tournaments and related activities while
incorporating cyber hygiene messaging into its initiatives. Meanwhile, GodLike
will support the initiative through professional player engagement, mentorship,
and awareness programmes aimed at encouraging positive behaviour in gaming
communities.
Commenting
on the initiative, Shiva Nandy, Founder and CEO of Skyesports, said: “The
growth of esports requires strong collaboration between the industry and
government stakeholders. This MoU with Maharashtra Cyber represents an
important step toward strengthening Maharashtra’s esports ecosystem through
responsible gaming initiatives and grassroots engagement. As India prepares to
compete at global events such as the Esports World Cup (EWC), Esports Nations
Cup (ENC), and the Asian Games 2026, partnerships like this will play a key
role in building a stronger pipeline of talent and opportunities for young
gamers. With GodLike Esports also joining the initiative, we aim to combine
competitive expertise and creator reach to drive deeper community engagement.
The MOU is a first-step towards solidifying Maharashtra as an esports hub
globally. ”
Yashasvi
Yadav, Additional Director General of Police, Maharashtra Cyber, said,
“As esports continues to grow rapidly among young audiences, it is equally
important to promote safe and responsible digital practices within the gaming
ecosystem. Through this collaboration with Skyesports and GodLike Esports, we
aim to raise awareness around cyber hygiene, online safety, and responsible
behaviour in gaming communities. Initiatives like these will help ensure that
the growth of esports in Maharashtra is supported by strong awareness of
cybersecurity, digital discipline, and safe online participation.”
Eyrie
Entertainment will be responsible for covering and supporting Cyber Department
activities across events and campaigns, specifically in relation to cyber
awareness initiatives, including amplifying outreach and engagement across
Maharashtra.
Chetan
“Kronten” Chandgude, Founder, GodLike Esports, said,
“At GodLike Esports, we have always believed that the true growth of esports
in India lies in strengthening its roots at the grassroots level. Through this
collaboration with Maharashtra Cyber and Skyesports, we aim to support the
state’s vision of building a strong and sustainable esports ecosystem. Our
focus will be on engaging young gamers through mentorship, community
initiatives, and professional player interactions, while also promoting cyber
hygiene and responsible gaming practices. This MoU also marks the first step
toward our vision of putting the state on the global esports map, and we look
forward to sharing some exciting announcements around this soon.”
The
collaboration reflects a broader effort to position Maharashtra as a growing
hub for esports and digital entertainment while ensuring that the rapid growth
of gaming is accompanied by strong awareness around cyber safety and
responsible participation.
Skyesports
noted that additional initiatives under this collaboration will be announced in
the future. Stakeholders and the gaming community are encouraged to stay tuned
for upcoming announcements regarding tournaments, outreach programmes, and
awareness campaigns under the partnership.
