Abhishek
Ayush raval
Isheeta Rawat
Kalindi Khanzode
Manish
Mohanraj
Partha Maity
Ridhimma
Sandeep
Shubham Arora
About Us
India Khelo Football (IKF) is a non-profit initiative dedicated to transforming the landscape of Indian football. We are not a club, academy, or agent; instead, we serve as a platform that democratizes football by connecting grassroots talent with professional opportunities. Our mission is to discover and nurture football talent across India, providing structured career paths that integrate educational and professional opportunities.
Our Mission
To discover and nurture football talent across India, providing structured career paths that integrate educational and professional opportunities. We aim to equip players with the skills needed for both athletic and personal success, ensuring they can contribute positively to their communities.
Our Vision
We envision India as a leading nation in global football, recognized for its comprehensive development of athletes who excel in both sports and academics. Our goal is to transform the landscape of Indian football by making it accessible and inclusive, using the sport as a powerful tool for societal change and empowerment.
Our Approach
Modern Platform
IKF stands as a platform that blends physical trials with digital technology to scout and connect amateur football players with global opportunities. This approach ensures that talent from even the most remote areas can be discovered and nurtured.
Holistic Development
Beyond athletic prowess, we focus on the holistic development of our players. This includes academic excellence, community engagement, and inclusivity. We believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals who can excel both on and off the field.
Global Collaborations
Our strategic international collaborations with renowned football academies and organizations provide our players with exposure to global standards and opportunities. These partnerships are pivotal in showcasing the potential of Indian football on an international scale.
MyFirstKick
Embracing technology is at the core of our operations. MyFirstKick acts as a Digital arm of India Khelo Football providing our initiative with necessary technological support.
Player Showcase
Platform to showcase scouted players to clubs in a consumable format.
Tech enablement
Streamlining administrative processes right from registration to assessment.
Player Profiling
Creating & maintaining a player profile with relevant data.
Our technological initiatives include detailed technical analysis for players, automatic team formations based on age and position, and a comprehensive registration portal for individuals and coaches.
Our Team
Aritra Nandy
Director of State (West Bengal) Affairs
Hitesh Joshi
Partnership and Projects
Mayur Kadam
Regional Operations Manager
Nimesh Pitale
Technical Head (Scouting)
Nirja Shekhawat
Operation Head
Phani Bhushan
Strategy Head
Sanaskriti Yadav
Player Communication Head
Sauksha Shetty
Graphic Designer
Shanu Karn
Software Lead
Siddhi Dixit
Regional Operations Manager
Siddhi Thakkar
Associate Brand Manager
Suribabu Rayudu
Administration Lead
Our Advisors
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