The Confederation of Sports and Recreation Industry (CSRI) is the premier industry association in India dedicated to fostering growth within the sports sector and its interconnected fields of physical education, fitness, and leisure. As the unified voice of the Indian sports and recreation industry, CSRI plays a pivotal role in promoting economic activities within these sectors by bringing together diverse expert opinions to influence policy changes. The organization actively engages with policymakers and the sports community to create a thriving sports industry in India. CSRI firmly believes in the vast business potential within the sports and recreation sectors. With the global sports industry already a multi-billion dollar enterprise driven by immense demand, CSRI aims to unlock similar opportunities within India. The organization’s mission is to transform untapped areas of sporting activities into self-sustaining economic ventures, thereby establishing a dynamic and organized sports industry in the country.

Recognizing the fragmented nature of the sports and recreation market, CSRI is committed to aggregating and organizing this sector to highlight and capitalize on its hidden potential. The organization focuses on several key initiatives, including the development of sports law and arbitration, sports infrastructure and maintenance, and capacity building through skill development. Additionally, CSRI emphasizes the importance of corporate social responsibility (CSR) and sponsorship in sports financing, as well as exploring new opportunities in areas such as sports betting, lottery, and the business of adventure and winter sports. CSRI understands that the growth of these activities and businesses requires proactive policy actions at both the national and state levels. By identifying and addressing policy challenges, CSRI strives to create an environment conducive to organizing successful sporting events and developing the broader sports industry in India. Through its comprehensive approach, CSRI is dedicated to transforming the sports and recreation sectors into major contributors to the Indian economy.