India, March 31 -- The Government of India has issued a release:

The 4th edition of the India Sporting Goods Fair (ISGF) 2026 opened with a strong focus on transforming India into a global hub for sports goods manufacturing, exports and trade.

Addressing exhibitors, international buyers and stakeholders, Secretary (Sports), Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Hari Ranjan Rao, stated, "This is a golden period in the growth trajectory of India's sports goods industry."

Outlining an ambitious national vision, Rao highlighted that India aims to scale sports goods exports from approximately Rs.3,000 crore to Rs.80,000 crore.

Emphasising the scale of transformation required, he said, "If we have to move from Rs.3,000 crore to Rs.80,000 cror...