India’s sports goods industry, nearly a century old, has flourished due to a skilled workforce. Being labour-intensive, the industry provides employment to over 550,000 people. Indian sporting goods enjoy global recognition and have established a strong presence in the international sports goods market, with nearly 60% of total output exported.
Total exports of toys, games, and sports requisites stood at US$ 302 million in FY26, projected to reach US$ 600 million by FY31. The top ten export destinations in FY26 were US, UAE, UK, Australia, Germany, Netherlands, France, South Africa, Sweden, and Canada.
Major exported items include inflatable balls and accessories, nets, general exercise equipment, boxing equipment, toys and games, protective equipment, cricket equipment, sportswear, carrom boards, and hammocks.
Indian sports products have been showcased at global events, and India has emerged as a leading international sourcing destination for inflatable balls and other sports goods for brands such as Mitre, Lotto, Umbro, and Wilson.
India’s first toy manufacturing cluster in Koppala, Karnataka is expected to boost domestic toy production, attracting over ₹5,000 crore (US$ 678 million) in investments.
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