SJFI National Convention’s Golden Jubilee edition to commence in New Delhi from March 13
Ranvir Singh
New Delhi : The Golden Jubilee edition of the Sports Journalists Federation of India (SJFI) National Convention will begin in New Delhi on March 13, marking the return of the prestigious gathering to the national capital after more than two decades. The four-day convention, hosted by the Delhi Sports Journalist Association (DSJA), will bring together sports journalists from across the country for discussions, competitions and celebrations centred on 50 years of SJFI.
Recognised and affiliated with the International Sports Press Association (AIPS), SJFI has played a key role in shaping sports journalism in India over the past five decades. The 2026 convention will celebrate that legacy while also looking ahead at how the profession continues to evolve across digital, broadcast and multi-platform storytelling.
Over four days, the convention will combine professional dialogue with sporting action and networking opportunities. The programme includes a major sports conclave, the JK Bose Inter-Zonal T20 Cricket Tournament, the AC Bali Table Tennis Tournament, and multiple engagement activities for families and young participants including the Modern Pythian Games and interactive gaming zones. Basketball, futsal and golf putting competitions are also scheduled as part of the convention programme.
The Golden Jubilee convention has drawn strong backing from corporate and sports ecosystem partners, underlining the scale and importance of the event. Hero MotoCorp has come on board as the Title Sponsor, while the convention is Powered by Apollo Tyres. The list of partners also includes TCM Sports, Sony Sports Network, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, DDCA, Jindal Steel, Rajasthan United Football Club, Archery Association of India, Krafton, Svayam, RPL, PEFI, SG Sports, WordsWork Communications Consulting, Modern Pythian Games, JK Tyre, DDA, Artsmith Concepts & Vision, Adimazes, Aabhawater, VIDA and ESGF.
The convention has also received support from the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and the Indian Olympic Association, reflecting the importance of the gathering within the broader Indian sports ecosystem.
Sabi Hussain, Secretary, DSJA, said, “Hosting the Golden Jubilee edition of the SJFI National Convention is a proud moment for the Delhi sports media community. It is an opportunity to bring together sports journalists from across the country to celebrate the journey of our profession while also creating a platform for meaningful conversations on the future of sports journalism in India. We are confident that this edition will be remembered as one of the most impactful gatherings in the history of the federation.”
Roushan Jha, Treasurer, DSJA, said, “The overwhelming support from the sponsors, partners and institutions reflects the credibility and strength that the SJFI National Convention has built over the years. For the Golden Jubilee edition, our focus has been on creating a well-rounded experience that combines professional discussions, sporting competitions and networking opportunities. We look forward to welcoming sports journalists from across India for this landmark celebration.”
With participation from journalists representing the North, East, West and South zones, the SJFI National Convention 2026 is expected to be one of the most significant editions in the federation’s history as it celebrates five decades of sports journalism in India while setting the stage for the future of the profession.