Nivia Sports
Headquarters in Jalandhar, India. | |
| Company type | Private |
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| Industry | Sports equipment, textile |
| Founded | 1934 |
| Founder | Nihal Chand Kharabanda |
| Headquarters | , India |
Area served | World Wide |
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| Products | Sports Shoes, Sports Balls and more |
| Brands | Nivia |
Number of employees | 2000 |
| Website | www |
Nivia Sports Nivia Sports, founded in 1934 in Sialkot, is an Indian sports equipment company now headquartered in Jalandhar, Punjab. It manufactures sports gear, accessories, athletic wear, and footwear and serves as the official ball partner for leagues like ISL and FIBA-certified events. The brand name, a blend of founder Nihal Chand Kharabanda and his son Vijay’s names, reflects its legacy. In 2024, Nivia signed a five-year MoU with Arunachal Pradesh Football Association to provide sportswear and footballs.
Freewill Sports Pvt Ltd was founded in 1934 in Sialkot by Nihal Chand Kharabanda, who laid the groundwork for the company’s focus on sports equipment. In the subsequent years, his son, Vijay Kharabanda, joined the business, taking on management responsibilities and contributing to its development. It's listed in one of the top ten brands in sports industry in India.
The brand name "Nivia" is a portmanteau created from the initial letters of the founders' names: "Ni" from Nihal and "Vi" from Vijay. This naming convention reflects the familial connection and continuity within the company. Over the years, Nivia has become known for its diverse range of sports products, emphasizing the legacy and vision established by its founders.