About the Conference
The 2nd Indian Sport Management Conference, co-hosted by INSMA and Jio Institute, aims to be India’s largest & most influential platform for dialogue, innovation & collaboration in sport management. Bringing together academia, industry leaders, policymakers, athletes and global experts, the event aspires to shape the future of India’s sporting ecosystem.
About Jio Institute
Jio Institute is a multidisciplinary higher education institute set up as a philanthropic initiative by the Reliance Group. The Institute is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence by bringing together global scholars and thought leaders to transform the educational landscape in the country and providing an enriching student experience through world-class education. Our founders Smt. Nita Ambani and Shri Mukesh Ambani firmly believe in the power of youth to transform India. It is this belief that was instrumental in setting up Jio Institute.
The Institute’s 52-acre residential campus in Ulwe, Navi Mumbai boasts cutting-edge infrastructure designed to provide an enriching academic experience and a vibrant campus life.
About INSMA
The Indian Sport Management Association (INSMA), founded in 2023, is the recognized professional association for the sport management sector in India. It is a professional body dedicated to advancing sport management scholarship.
INSMA serves as a meeting place for professionals, academics, and organisations to network, collaborate on research, and influence industry developments. It offers membership benefits, including mentoring and networking opportunities, and organises key events like the annual INSMA conference to unite the sport management community.
Conference Theme
Olympic Vision 2036: Converging India’s Aspirations, Capabilities, and Competencies for a Global Sporting Stage
This theme encapsulates India's ambitious journey toward hosting and excelling at the 2036 Olympics by bringing together three critical pillars: human capital development (talent), digital innovation and sports science (technology), and unwavering determination backed by strategic policy frameworks (tenacity).
Key Focus areas in alignment with National Sports Policy (NSP) 2025 & Vision 2036
Ex-Olympian & Council Member & VP, World Athletics
Founder & Director, ASSRM
Founder & CEO, ATIUM Sports
Board Member, GoSports Foundation
Athletics Director, Reliance Foundation
Head, Sports Advisory, KPMG
Head, Sports Performance Analysis, IIS
Founder, Motorsports Access
Professor of Sport Management, Loughborough University
Project Director, Jio Institute
Associate Professor of Practice, Jio Institute
Vice President, INSMA
Assistant Professor, James Madison University; General Secretary, INSMA
Lecturer, Sport Management, University of Portsmouth; President, INSMA
CEO, Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), SAI
Academic Director, School of Sports Education & Research;
Director Sports, JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Bangalore
Indian Para-Athlete
Conference Structure
The 2nd edition of the Indian Sport Management Conference will bring together over 250 industry leaders, academicians, policymakers and experts from across the Indian & international sports ecosystem. The conference will feature insightful keynote addresses, research paper presentations, fireside chats, and panel discussions.
Inaugural Session
The Inaugural Session will bring together leading voices from government, academia, and industry to discuss India’s Olympic ambitions and the collective roadmap toward 2036. The session will spotlight strategic perspectives on talent, technology, policy, and institutional collaboration driving India’s sporting transformation.
Panel Discussion I — From Grassroots to Glory: Shaping India's 2036 Olympic Dream
This panel will deliberate on how India’s Olympic Vision 2036 is not just about winning medals but about building an inclusive and sustainable sporting nation where every athlete finds a pathway to excel. The discussion explores grassroots development, equitable access, education integration, and innovation in sports governance.
Panel Discussion II — Data, Tech & the Future of Sports Coaching & Management in India
As India advances toward Olympic Vision 2036, technology and data analytics are redefining athlete development. This panel explores AI, sports science, and performance data shaping India’s coaching ecosystem.
Fireside Chat — Motorsports in India: Building Structures to Go from Watching to Racing
This session will explore India’s motorsports ecosystem — transforming from spectatorship to participation, nurturing drivers, teams, and industries through safety, infrastructure, and investment.
Research Paper Presentations
The conference will feature 25+ research paper presentations by scholars and practitioners from India and abroad, showcasing cutting-edge insights across diverse themes such as:
These sessions aim to foster academic dialogue, evidence-based policymaking, and collaborative learning within the evolving Indian sports ecosystem.
Valedictory & Award Ceremony
The Valedictory & Award Ceremony will mark the culmination of the conference, featuring a Special Address by a senior government official and the Research Paper Awards, recognizing outstanding academic contributions. The session will celebrate thought leadership, innovation, and research excellence, while reflecting on key insights and outcomes from the conference deliberations.
Partner With Us
INSMA 2025 offers partners a powerful platform to shape the future of India’s sports ecosystem. By collaborating with us, your brand becomes part of a national movement driving policy, performance, talent development, and India’s Olympic ambition for 2036.
Access to an Influential Sport Management Platform
Join one of India’s largest integrated networks for sports policy, practice & pedagogy.
• Connect with senior leaders across government, federations & industry
• Leverage multi-stakeholder event expertise
• Access decision-makers shaping India’s sports future
Gateway to Olympic Vision 2036 Conversations
Align your brand with India’s long-term Olympic ambition.
• Engage with India’s 2036 Olympic readiness
• Contribute to national sports priorities
• Visibility alongside global & national sports leaders
Multi-Channel Visibility & Engagement
Strengthen your brand presence across INSMA’s outreach ecosystem.
• Branding across digital, venue & media platforms
• Featured in press & partner announcements
• Thought-leadership through keynotes & panels
Strategic Networking & Partnership Opportunities
Build meaningful relationships across the sports industry.
• Curated networking with key stakeholders
• Access to research insights & case studies
• Potential for long-term collaborations
Let’s Build the Future of Indian Sport — Together
Write to us at loc.insma2025@insma.in or call +91 8981380461 / +91 9810018186 .
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