Institute of Sports Science & Technology (ISST) Founder Director Dr. Vipul Lunawat was honoured to receive the prestigious CII Sports Business Awards 2025 – Jury Special Mention (University Sports Program/Course of the Year) on behalf of the Institute of Sports Science & Technology (ISST).
The CII Sports Business Awards 2025 are part of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) initiative to recognize and celebrate excellence in the business of sports across India. These awards are designed to honor the achievements of organisations, brands, institutions, and individuals that are driving growth, innovation, leadership, and impact within the Indian sports ecosystem. The 2025 edition marks the third year of this pioneering awards programme dedicated exclusively to the sports business sector.
The awards are typically presented alongside the flagship CII ScoreCard conclave — a high-profile industry gathering focused on strategic discussions around sports policy, business, and ecosystem development.
This recognition is a testament to ISST’s commitment to delivering world-class sports education and nurturing the next generation of sports professionals, leaders, and experts who will shape the future of India’s sports sector.
The award was received alongside some of India’s most respected brands and leaders in the sports industry, including Haryana Steelers, Shiv Naresh, THE SPORTS SCHOOL Bengaluru, Sheru Aangrish (Founder, Sheru Classic), Sidhhant Agarwal (Founder, SportVot), Manoj Badale (Lead Owner, Rajasthan Royals), Preeti Jhangiani (Founder, Pro Panja League), Tata Steel and Indian Oil Corp Limited, the Paralympic Committee of India, and the GoSports Foundation. Being recognised among such impactful organisations and trailblazers further strengthens our resolve to elevate sports education and contribute meaningfully to the growth of India’s sporting ecosystem.
