New Delhi: India has expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Olympics and Paralympics as a major step towards becoming a sports power.
On October 1, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) sent a letter to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) expressing India's interest in hosting the Olympics. The move is part of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision to hold the Olympics and Paralympics in India in 2036. IOC sources indicated that the opportunity to host the Olympics would promote economic growth, social progress and youth empowerment across the country.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has repeatedly expressed India's interest in hosting the 2036 Olympics and Paralympics. Prime Minister Modi had told the athletes that efforts have begun and preparations have begun to host the 2036 Olympics in the country.
India is gearing up to host the 2036 Olympics. In this regard, previous instructions are very important in Olympic athletes. Your athletes are the ones who watch and experience sports. The request of the government is to share this with the government. Prime Minister Modi also said that it is desired that there should be no lapse even in small matters in the preparation for 2036.
At the 141st IOC session in Mumbai last year, Prime Minister Modi had confirmed India's interest in hosting the 2036 Olympic Games. He claimed that 140 crore Indians are committed to hosting the Games. IOC President Thomas Bach also supported India's case, claiming that India has a strong case for hosting the Olympic Games.
10 countries have expressed interest in hosting the 2036 Olympic Games. The IOC has started discussions with these countries, including India. Among the 10 countries that expressed initial interest in hosting the 2036 Games were (Seoul-Incheon).