After influencers, PM Narendra Modi meets with influential gamers from India to discuss the future of gaming & explore opportunities in the industry.
On April 11, 2024, PM Modi met the top gamers like Animesh Agarwal (8bit Thug), Mithilesh Patankar (MythPat), Payal Dhare, Naman Mathur (MortaL), & Anshu Bisht.
The meeting covered discussions on the future of gaming, where the Prime Minister even tried various gaming mediums himself.
The discussion centred on the growing popularity of mythological games in the Indian gaming industry, as well as their viability as a career choice.
As it's stereotypical that men are more into gaming segment, but in this meet growing women's participation in the gaming industry was also discussed.
PM Modi also inquired that what are the challenges gamers face and the misconceptions surround them in a day-to-day life.
PM Modi also tried his hands on the various games & mediums, including PC, console, VR (Virtual Reality), and mobile gaming.
This outreach with gamers follows the National Creators Awards where content creators were honored, highlighting the government's engagement with the digital community.