GamingCon Bharat 2026 Returns with MeepleCon, Expects Over 20,000 Visitors in Mumbai
GamingCon Bharat is set to return for its third edition on October 17-18, 2026, at Mumbai's Bombay Exhibition Centre, expecting over 20,000 visitors. Building on last year's 15,000 attendees, the event continues its partnership with the Indian Game Publishers Developers Association and Maharashtra government support. This edition introduces MeepleCon, India's largest board game convention, expanding the festival's scope to include board games alongside esports, gaming, cosplay, and interactive entertainment. The event features free play zones, esports tournaments, IndieVerse showcasing independent studios, and the Level Up Conference with industry leaders.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (78–78/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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freepressjournal broke this story on 11 Aug, 08:15 am. Other outlets followed.